Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP — Originally Published February 2020, Reviewed and Updated 2026 What if one of the most powerful things you could do for your child's development didn't require any special materials, any training, or any appointments — just you,...
Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP — Originally Published January 2017, Reviewed and Updated 2026 Play is the most natural learning environment a child has. It's where they practice communication, build vocabulary, develop social skills, and make sense of the world...
Playtime, while not only endless amounts of fun, is a crucial part of children’s development! However, kids love to play on their own terms, so when it comes to structured activities, you may lose some engagement. The question of how we can build language skills while...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! For many people, that means lots of family time spent in a car or on a plane. All of this free time can be great for helping your child improve their speech, language, reading, writing, or other academic skills. Here are some...
The holiday season is an ideal time to explore food play, especially for children who may face challenges with eating. Engaging in fun, sensory-based activities can help improve their comfort and skills around food. Here are five ways to incorporate food play during...
Building a snowman is not only a fun winter activity but also an excellent opportunity for enhancing language skills in children. This activity allows parents and caregivers to incorporate various language strategies into playtime, seamlessly. Sequencing and...