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Speech Therapy Tools for SLPs and Educators

Social Skills You Should Be Targeting in Speech Therapy

social skills you should be targeting in speech therapy

Social communication skills are some of the most valuable skills we can teach our students. Did you know children with verbal and nonverbal learning disabilities often struggle with pragmatic skills? This is because social skills rely on good communication skills! Not only do we communicate verbally, but through nonverbal communication. Both are equally important to…

June 15, 2018 allisonfors 1 Comment Filed Under: Social Skills, Speech Resources, Therapy Ideas

25 Wordless Picture Books for Speech Therapy

Wordless picture books are some of my favorite tools to use with children of all ages. If you’re not currently using them, I highly recommend getting a few books and introducing them into your speech therapy practice. Because there are only illustrations, wordless picture books are a versatile tool with tons of language opportunities.  They…

May 30, 2018 allisonfors 5 Comments Filed Under: Books, Therapy Ideas

Strategies for Tantrum-Free Transitions

Tips for transitions in speech therapy

Transitions can be challenging – to and from speech therapy as well as in the therapy session! Those with Autism Spectrum Disorder or sensory processing disorder typically have a difficult time with transitions. Fortunately, there are strategies you can use to keep kids focused and know what to expect as you move between tasks or…

May 16, 2018 allisonfors Leave a Comment Filed Under: Behavior Management, Therapy Ideas

What is Speech-Language Pathology?

What is Speech Language Pathology

Have you ever wondered what exactly a speech-language pathologist does? The scope of practice for an SLP is quite extensive. SLPs work with all ages, from infants to adults, on a wide range of communication skills as well as feeding and swallowing. They also work in a variety of settings, such as schools, hospitals, private…

May 1, 2018 allisonfors 1 Comment Filed Under: Better Hearing and Speech Month, Speech Therapy Education

My Favorite Source for Quality Online CEUs (+ a coupon code)

My Favorite Source for Quality Online CEUs

I’m always on the lookout for affordable and convenient continuing education that is ASHA approved. Because of this, I’ve always had an online subscription for CEUs. I have most recently started using MedBridge.com – and it has exceeded my expectations of a continuing education site. The quality of videos and added features quickly made it…

April 21, 2018 allisonfors Leave a Comment Filed Under: Continuing Education, Speech Therapy Education

6 Educating and Inspiring TED Talks on Autism

April is Autism Awareness Month, or better yet, Acceptance Month. Autism is a life-long social communication disorder and has become a hot topic in our society. I rounded up some TED Talks on autism – ranging from research to experiences. Learn the history of diagnosing autism, what it is like to live with autism or have…

April 12, 2018 allisonfors Leave a Comment Filed Under: Autism, TED Talks

30 Books to Help Teach Negation

NEGATION BOOKS BLOG POST

Negation is a critical part of language development that is targeted by SLPs in speech therapy. This is a common grammar difficulty found in emerging language. Examples of negatives include: no, not, never, none, no one, nothing, don’t, can’t, won’t, etc. Books are a really fun way to teach this concept! I rounded up some…

March 27, 2018 allisonfors 1 Comment Filed Under: Books, Therapy Ideas

Why You Should be Using Wind Up Toys in Speech Therapy

wind up toys speech therapy

Wind up toys are an item that every pediatric SLP should have in their toolbox! It’s a versatile, inexpensive toy that kids love! There are so many ways I use these toys and am constantly finding new ways to implement them into my speech therapy sessions. I’ve listed the main ways I use them in…

March 15, 2018 allisonfors 1 Comment Filed Under: Therapy Ideas

Using One Item in Mixed Therapy Groups for Multiple Goals

one item mixed groups

Welcome and thanks to my guest blogger, Betsy from Love Speech Therapy!  How using just ONE item in mixed therapy groups can actually address multiple student goals! Planning for mixed groups in therapy can be tough!  Working on semantics, syntax, pragmatics, and articulation all in one session can be difficult.  What do you do?  Prep…

February 25, 2018 allisonfors Leave a Comment Filed Under: Therapy Ideas

Games for Developing Social Skills

social skills game

I’ve rounded up interactive games to work on social skills with all ages!  These games cover various types of pragmatics  – emotions, perspective taking, self-esteem, anger management, empathy, manners, friendship, and morals! The games are listed in order of suggested age use. Q’s RACE TO THE TOP – $24.99 This is a board game designed…

January 26, 2018 allisonfors Leave a Comment Filed Under: Social Skills, Therapy Ideas

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Hi, I'm Allison! A speech & language resource author who loves the creative process of making therapy materials and clipart, as well as connecting with educators world wide. Learn more about me here! Read More…

The best selling, most wish-listed “speech devel The best selling, most wish-listed “speech development handout” resources are on sale, PLUS all proceeds during the sale will be donated to @smiletrain - Win-win!

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So what is /r/? It is the trilled “r” that occ So what is /r/? It is the trilled “r” that occurs in Spanish and other languages around the world!

Did you know this?

>> Download this FREE place-manner-voice chart!

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Resurfacing this old post because it’s THAT impo Resurfacing this old post because it’s THAT important! 👇👇👇

When teaching phonemic awareness, DON’T add add a schwa to the end of the sound! For example, the first sound in “feet” is /f/ not /fʌ/. Not adding a trailing “uhhh” sound is critical because when a child is learning to blend and segment words to read, they will pronounce the word “fuheetuh.”

It feels natural to add a schwa to the end of a consonant...but don’t dooo it!

This YouTube video shows how all English sounds are produced ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xiqUVnXExTQ&ab_channel=SallyCole

Tag an educator or parent 👇

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Pet Vet or Doctor Kit • This is a favorite toy f Pet Vet or Doctor Kit • This is a favorite toy for language delays because it’s FUNCTIONAL. Use it to teach how to express feelings and pains - “I feel hot”, “I am tired”, “It hurts here”, etc. Use it to find solutions to problems and learn how all the items help when you are hurt or sick. 

What are your favorite things to target using a doctor kit?

Save the post and tag a friend!

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My go-to, can’t-live-without, best bang-for-your My go-to, can’t-live-without, best bang-for-your-buck toys with younger kids! 

What’s your go-to?👇🏻

All images available in my “Play Room” clipart set.

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Your time is valuable and limited, so all these resources are no prep, just print-and-go. No cutting, laminating, or assembling is necessary!

I am excited for you to be able to use these for streamlining therapy planning and sending them home for homework.

Most caseloads are diverse, so there are a wide variety of skills included.

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Comment below if you want me to message you the link!

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