"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
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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
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
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
Parent Tips: Bath Time and Speech
Parents always ask me for tips to work on their child's language skills at home. One of my favorite parent tips is bath time!! Bath time is a great time to work on your child's language and articulation skills. If you have a young child, parent supervision is already needed while they are in the tub. … Continue reading Parent Tips: Bath Time and Speech
Train Craft for Speech Therapy
A couple of weeks ago, I did a train craft for speech therapy. The boys loved it! I am not sure what it is about boys and trains. But I have discovered that anything train related is an absolute YES with my speech therapy clients!! It helps that this was a simple craft too! This… Continue reading Train Craft for Speech Therapy
Adapting Puzzles for Speech Therapy
What does SLP doesn't love using puzzles during speech therapy? Puzzles are great language enrichment tools, easily used in sensory bins and awesome hide and seek reinforcers! I love to use the chunky wooden puzzles in therapy. But then I ran across this cute little 24 piece puzzle for just $1. What would I do… Continue reading Adapting Puzzles for Speech Therapy
Test Kit Organization for the SLP
Let's face it, SLP friends. You get a testing kit (that costs buckets of $$$)... and it comes in a cardboard box? Is that really the best the assessment company could do-cardboard box that rips with each use. Before you know you are chasing that stinkin' bouncy ball from the PLS kit around your room… Continue reading Test Kit Organization for the SLP
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