How to use an advent calendar in speech therapy I ran across the galvanized advent calendar at Target this Christmas and quickly realized it can be used all year round in speech therapy for so many language concepts! I feel like it's similar to using a dollhouse. As you can see in the photo, I gathered some small toys and other objects I had around and put them in randomly. You get the added … [Read more...] about Using an Advent Calendar in Speech Therapy
SLP Planner for Themes in Speech Therapy
As a school-based SLP, I typically like to follow a curriculum-based approach to therapy. Meaning, I like to tie into what themes the classroom teachers are doing. If 3rd grade is working on nocturnal animals, then I will look for books and materials on owls, etc. If 1st grade is doing a space unit, then I will guide my activities to have a similar theme. Do you do the same? I wanted to make a … [Read more...] about SLP Planner for Themes in Speech Therapy
Using A Green Screen In Speech Therapy
With many SLPs delivering services distantly, green screens have become really popular! My son has used one to create videos for school projects, so I was a little familiar. I decided to start exploring it myself and how it can be used in Speech Therapy for distance learning and teletherapy purposes. It's surprisingly easy and a fun way to engage kids! You can set up a green screen for speech … [Read more...] about Using A Green Screen In Speech Therapy
Virus-Proofing Your Speech Therapy Materials
Protecting against the COVID virus in Speech As we head back for a new school year in the middle of COVID, Speech Therapists need to rethink how we use our therapy materials. I believe most SLPs who work with young children always have hand sanitizer and Lysol nearby, but given the heightened uncertainty with the virus, there are just going to be some materials we can't use, and some we just need … [Read more...] about Virus-Proofing Your Speech Therapy Materials
Summer Book Companions For Speech Therapy
Summer Themed books to use in Speech Therapy Popsicles, camping, beach time, and sharks! So many fun narrative themes to incorporate into our speech therapy activities during the summer months. You can read my other blog post with summer book suggestions and download the free language bookmarks. I went deeper with these 3 book companions. I'm giving you full, print-and-go lesson plans for … [Read more...] about Summer Book Companions For Speech Therapy
Books To Diversify Your Speech Therapy Bookshelf
Books For Diverse Speech Therapy Bookshelves As Speech-Language Pathologist working with young children, we must be committed to having diverse bookshelves. ALL students deserve to see themselves reflected in the toys and books we have in our Speech Therapy rooms. The lack of POC represented in children's books is profound and long-lasting to Black children, but equally profound is the message it … [Read more...] about Books To Diversify Your Speech Therapy Bookshelf
Using Nursery Rhymes In Speech Therapy
As SLPs, we know there is extensive evidence that Phonological Awareness ability predicts reading and spelling success. One of the many ways we can facilitate strong phonological awareness skills is by reading and reciting nursery rhymes. This is especially critical during the toddler and preschool ages. Researchers concluded that knowledge of nursery rhymes enhances phonological awareness … [Read more...] about Using Nursery Rhymes In Speech Therapy
