After many, many requests for more in-depth language bookmarks, I have finally created book companions that address the deeper reading comprehension issues our kids have with narratives. Early in my baby-SLP career, I'd read a book then ask recall questions. That was the extent of my "literacy-based speech." yikes. Teachers would say, "Billy" can't retell a story or sequence the … [Read more...] about Book Companions For Narrative Intervention In Speech Therapy
Easy & Functional Speech Therapy Crafts
If I'm being honest, I'm not really one for glitter and glue. My therapy time is limited and I work hard to maximize my time with students in therapy. If it's not functional, I'm not doing it. However, I do love being creative and I know parents appreciate seeing their kid's work come home - especially for the holidays! I designed these simple crafts to pair with the Dice and Dot resources to … [Read more...] about Easy & Functional Speech Therapy Crafts
Play-Based Speech Therapy: Using Mr. Potato Head To Build Language Skills
Who doesn’t love Mr. Potato Head? He is classic and he can be a versatile tool to target MANY of the common language goals in play-based speech therapy sessions. You can use him to address a variety of receptive and expressive language goals, such as, prepositions, following directions, requesting, and more. Here are some ways for effectively using Mr. Potato Head to build language skills with … [Read more...] about Play-Based Speech Therapy: Using Mr. Potato Head To Build Language Skills
Using an Advent Calendar in Speech Therapy
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 doll house. 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
Speech Therapy To-Do List
FREE Speech Therapy to-do list I'm a list maker. I've got sticky notes everywhere and I love checking things off my to-do list. Here is a free one I thought I'd share with you. One you can print and use anytime, another is one to use before holiday and/or summer break. Returning after a holiday break can be tough! There is nothing crazier than the week before Christmas break - we all want to … [Read more...] about Speech Therapy To-Do List
December Speech Therapy Lesson Plans
Speech Therapy lesson plans for December There are so many great books and activities for using in speech therapy during December. Therapy can get a bit crazy this month because there are always parties and class events that often disrupt our schedules. I try to just roll with it. Below are some ideas you can incorporate into your lesson plans! You can download the free December lesson plans … [Read more...] about December Speech Therapy Lesson Plans
