When to Use an Articulation Screener in Speech Therapy + A Free Screener
A guide to articulation screeners for school-based SLPs. Learn what articulation screeners are, how they differ from full assessments, and when to use them in
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9 Books to Target Syntax in Older Students
Do you use books to target syntax? It can be difficult to come up with ideas to work on complex sentence structures with older students.
A Practical Guide to Oral Mechanism Exams for SLPs
An oral mechanism exam provides critical information about the anatomy and movement of the speech system. It helps speech therapists determine whether speech differences may
The Connection Between S-Clusters and VPI
When velopharyngeal insufficiency (VPI) is present, one of the earliest and most noticeable speech breakdowns often occurs on s-blend clusters, also called s-clusters. These sound
Creating an Environment to Support Communication Engagement in Speech Therapy
Welcome and thanks to my guest blogger, Elena from Alphabet Trains! Today, she shares tips on communication environments, creating clearly defined activity areas, predictable layouts, and
Strategies for Boosting Speech Intelligibility
Speech intelligibility, which is how well a listener understands a speaker, is one of the most functional outcomes we target in speech therapy. Whether a
Finding Inclusive Toys with Hearing Aids and Cochlear Implants for Kids
Toys that include or celebrate hearing aids and cochlear implants! These toys are wonderful additions to speech therapy sessions, classrooms, and home play, because they
Velopharyngeal Insufficiency: A Guide for SLPs and SLPAs
Want to learn more about velopharyngeal insufficiency? Have a student demonstrating hypernasality and/or nasal emission, and you’re not sure what the next steps are? This
4 Effective Grammar Strategies for Speech Therapy
Are you unsure of the best way to tackle persistent grammar errors in your speech therapy sessions? Grammar skills form the backbone of effective communication,
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