If you are new to this blog, you might not know yet that I am a new mom in addition to being a Speech Language Pathologist. My son is currently 6 months old and I am always looking for ways to help my son grow with his learning and cognitive development. My training as a speech therapist has taught me that at this stage in his life, reading with a 6 month old and giving him hands-on experiences ... Read More about Tips for Reading with a 6 Month Old
Teaching the Speech Helpers
Have you heard of the “Speech helpers?” Speech helpers are the parts of the body which help us communicate. Things like your lips, mouth, nose, lungs, vocal cords, etc. Knowing the parts of the body which help us communicate is essential when teaching students how to improve their articulation. These help us use specific placement cues in speech therapy. Not only are they helpful in articulation ... Read More about Teaching the Speech Helpers
Fall Picture Books About Leaves
One of my favorite fall themes is Leaves and there are lots of picture books about leaves. In early October, I pull them out and do a bunch of activities related to trees, leaves, and fall animals like squirrels. These are some of my favorites for fall (affiliate links included). Fall is one of my favorite seasons and as I was compiling the BIG LIST of therapy materials and links for Fall, I ... Read More about Fall Picture Books About Leaves
