Between 3 and 4 years of age, children begin to recognize letters and start to make some letter-sound associations. Knowledge of letter names and the sounds letters make is a very important pre-literacy skill and builds a strong foundation for reading. This knowledge...
By: Megan Van Laar, M.A., CCC-SLP "Are we there yet???" How many times have you heard that question while traveling in the car with your kids? Road trips, short or long, can be difficult for kiddos to endure. What a perfect opportunity to play some family-friendly...
Are you unsure if your child’s language abilities are developing on time? Do you wonder if your child should be talking or understanding more than they are? As speech-language pathologists, we look at many communication skills when observing a four-year-old to...
By Jaimi Bird, M.A., CCC-SLP Is your child behind in speech and language skills for her age? Are you wondering what you can do at home to help your child improve their skills? Here are some great ways to incorporate language learning into your daily routines. PLAY!...
Let's put some of that technology to educational use! Megan H. has a great app to help your child with pre-literacy skills! The Phonics MUNCH Letter Stone Park app has different levels for your child and a page just for parents! Enrichment Therapy & Learning...
By, Jaimi Bird, M.A., CCC-SLP Kids love the wonder of the holiday season, and it is so much fun to watch them and see the excitement of the season through their eyes! As parents, we sometimes cringe when little hands want to “help” decorate the Christmas tree, or...