Basic concepts are words a child needs to know in order to follow directions, participate in routines, and engage in conversation. A child needs to know basic concepts in order to be successful in reading, writing, and math. Basic concepts are words that depict...
Is your child, husband, or whole family excited about the Super Bowl? Are you worried about Super Bowl Sunday and the days surrounding it might be filled with too much TV and not enough learning? I will provide you with a few football-themed language-building...
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!...