The holiday season is full of events that allow us to see our family and friends and participate in activities within our community. That makes the holiday season a great time for children to practice some of their social skills. Below are some fun and engaging ways...
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Decodable Readers: What Are They?
Now that your child has started school, how can you create a positive reading environment at home? Decodable readers are part of the answer! What Are Decodable Readers? Decodable books are texts that contain predictable, rule-based words that young readers can feel...
What Is Childhood Apraxia of Speech?
Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) falls under the umbrella of speech sound disorders. It is simply a label to identify a specific type of speech sound disorder, not a medical diagnosis. CAS is characterized by the inaccuracy of motor movements needed to produce and...
Misconceptions About AAC: 4 Myths Parents Often Hear
Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: September 25, 2024 | Updated: October 5, 2026 Misconceptions about AAC are common, and they can keep families from trying a tool that might help. If...
5 Places To Build Speech & Language in Des Moines, Iowa
There are so many attractions in Des Moines for family fun! Not only are these great options to tire out your little ones, but these can be great opportunities for language input and learning. We put together a list of our favorite five local attractions in the heart...
Reasons Why Your Child Can Say a Sound But Isn’t
Have you ever wondered if your child's speech is developing as it should? We know it can be confusing to know what to expect at each stage of development. As your child learns to talk, they are constantly saying new words and trying ways to move their mouth. Talking...





