Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP — Originally Published July 2018, Reviewed and Updated 2026 As summer winds down, one question comes up again and again for families of young children: Is my child ready? Whether your child is heading to preschool for the first time...
Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP — Originally Published February 2017, Reviewed and Updated 2026 Did you know you can start building literacy skills long before your child ever sets foot in a kindergarten classroom? In fact, the foundation for reading begins in...
5 Ways to Use Wordless Picture Books Teach Your Child How To Tell a Good Story Wordless picture books teach children how to visualize a story sequence. They also teach the important elements of story structure (e.g., characters, setting, initiating event, problem,...
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...
Do you feel overwhelmed with mealtime? Mealtime doesn’t have to be a struggle. Here are some tips to assist you in creating a positive mealtime experience for your child. 1. Eat Meals at the Table in an Appropriate Seat If possible, seat your child at the table with...
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...