Last week, our theme in speech therapy was farm animals. One of my favorite books to use in therapy is "Click, Clack Moo: Cows that Type." I use it with my school age kids. After I explain what a typewriter is, the kids enjoy the book. This is the first year for this craft to be… Continue reading Cow Craft for Speech Therapy
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Speech Chick’s Friday Favs: School Supplies
"Get in loser. We're going shopping!" Shopping for school supplies that is!! I have no idea what it is about walking the aisles of my local office supply store that is absolutely calming and satisfying. (Please tell me I am not the only one!) I laugh when a sales associate ask me if I need help. … Continue reading Speech Chick’s Friday Favs: School Supplies
Using “Chrysanthemum” in Speech Therapy
So basically every speech therapist on my Instagram feed is going back to school this week. When I worked in the schools, I LOVED to use "Chrysanthemum" in our first week speech therapy sessions. Like super puffy heart loved it! In fact, I used a few of Kevin Henkes' books during those first few weeks. … Continue reading Using “Chrysanthemum” in Speech Therapy
Speech Therapy Theme Review: Ocean
Last week we talked about the beach in speech therapy. It was only fitting that we have an ocean theme this week. Sometimes, I am really on top of my game and I coordinate this theme with Shark Week. But this year? Guess I wasn't on top of things. Ocean Books for Speech Therapy… Continue reading Speech Therapy Theme Review: Ocean
Family Outings That Secretly Work on Language!
Summer's almost over. Why not get in some last minute fun family outings? I have some suggestions for some fun that you can secretly sneak language into! I did my best to keep them cheap because let's face it...school supplies and school clothes get expensive. Especially if you are shopping for more than one child. The… Continue reading Family Outings That Secretly Work on Language!
Cute Cactus Craft for Speech Therapy
Today, my daughter turns 16. In honor of her birthday, I am bringing you a craft you can use in speech therapy inspired by one of her favorite things-cactus! This one could easily be adapted for articulation or language. So have fun with it! Here's What You Need The wiggle eyes are completely optional. I… Continue reading Cute Cactus Craft for Speech Therapy
Mermaid Tail Craft for Speech Therapy
A couple of weeks ago, I did a theme on mermaids for the girls on my speech therapy caseload. The boys did pirates so I figured why not? This craft was so much fun and really cute when it was finished! You could easily use the craft for your articulation or language clients. Here's What… Continue reading Mermaid Tail Craft for Speech Therapy
Speech Chick’s Friday Favs: Podcasts
Something I recently discovered is the podcast. Now I'm addicted! Like seriously, "get in my car and start a motivating podcast and never switch to the radio" addicted. I listen to mostly business related podcasts that are by women. I guess that is what I am drawn to since I am a female business owner.… Continue reading Speech Chick’s Friday Favs: Podcasts
Pirate Themed Crafts for Speech Therapy
If you haven't noticed by now, I freakin' LOVE using crafts in my speech therapy sessions! So guess what? The pirate themed week was no different! I actually had two crafts I could switch between, depending on the goals of my clients. Paper Plate Pirate Craft for Speech Therapy I used this one for my… Continue reading Pirate Themed Crafts for Speech Therapy
Nerf Guns and Speech Therapy
In honor of my son's birthday, I thought I would take one of his favorite things and use it for speech therapy. He loves his Nerf guns as most boys his age do. But Nerf guns could also be a super motivating item to use during therapy...as long you establish rules and keep the chaos… Continue reading Nerf Guns and Speech Therapy
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