There are thousands of children's books to choose from, but when it comes to supporting language development, you don not need a shelf full of special "educational" books. Some of the best books are actually the simple ones your child wants to read again and again....
Reading with your child is a wonderful way to support their language development. You don't need to read every word, ask lots of questions or even finish the book for it to be valuable. In fact, when speech pathologists use books with young children, we often spend...
It Looks Like Play… But It is Therapy If you’ve ever watched your child during a therapy session and thought, "It just looks like they’re playing," you’re not alone. It is a very common question and something many parents share with us in their first few sessions. So,...
Speech is one of the most important skills a child acquires in early childhood. It is indeed an acquisition, as speech is not something that comes naturally to humans from birth. It takes time for a child to start talking. And we, as adults, must make considerable...
Key Takeaways Children develop communication skills in a generally predictable way, from early sounds through to complex conversations. Everyday interactions such as talking, reading and playing together help support language development. While every child develops...
What Is Speech Sound Progression? How Clear Should My Child's Speech Be? Why Do Children Say Some Sounds Differently? When Might Speech Clarity Be a Concern? How Can a Specialist Help? Supporting Speech Clarity at Home When Should You Seek Advice? Frequently Asked...
Dice games provide an engaging, interactive way for young children to develop essential skills across various learning areas. From counting and language skills to motor and social abilities, these games serve as an ideal tool for parents and educators, particularly...
1. What Does a Speech-Language Pathologist Do? Parents often perceive speech-language therapy as solely helping a child articulate challenging sounds. However, a speech-language pathologist's role is broader, encompassing the entire speech system's development. This...
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