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Why I Needed a Break: Discussions About Living a Hands Free Life

September 4, 2015 by Katie Filed Under: Book Reviews, Giveaways, Guest Post 3 Comments

Next week I will start back sharing educational information to you all on speech & language topics, but today a little post  about why I needed a break from blogging. Hopefully this information will help those of you who feel overwhelmed or distracted in your daily lives. Since I’m sharing some information about a new book here- I need […]

Literacy Starts With Language: 20 Tips for Creating a Language Rich Environment for Your Toddler {I Can Teach My Child}

April 3, 2014 by Katie Filed Under: Guest Post, How to Help Your Child Talk Leave a Comment

Did you know that a child’s language skills are a strong predictor of later literacy skills? Children with strong language skills in the preschool and early elementary years tend to have stronger literacy skills later on. Literacy development is so much more than the ABC’s: Literacy starts with language! Today, I am over at I […]

Tips from Speech Therapists, Educators and Fellow Parents {Guest Post Round Up}

August 28, 2013 by Katie Filed Under: Guest Post, How to Help Your Child Talk Leave a Comment

The last several weeks, I have had some amazing guest posts from an array of fellow speech pathologists, educators and parents. I didn’t want any of you to miss these fantastic posts, so here are snippets of each post. Just click “Read more…” After each snippet to check out the rest of the post. ENJOY! […]

Building Language with Wordless Picture Books

August 15, 2013 by Katie Filed Under: Books and Literacy Activities, Guest Post, How to Help Your Child Talk 6 Comments

As many of you know, my family and I are expecting baby number three in just a few short weeks. As I take some time off from work and blogging to spend time with my family both before and after my new son’s birth, I am thrilled to share with you some amazing posts written […]

Three Fun Materials for Children with Intellectual Disabilities

August 14, 2013 by Katie Filed Under: Guest Post, Life Skills, Planning Therapy 1 Comment

As many of you know, my family and I are expecting baby number three in just a few short weeks. As I take some time off from work and blogging to spend time with my family both before and after my new son’s birth, I am thrilled to share with you some amazing posts written […]

Summer Fun Books & Crafts For Speech & Language

August 8, 2013 by Katie Filed Under: Crafts for Kids, Guest Post, How to Help Your Child Talk, Language Enrichment Activities for Parents, Listening & Following Directions Leave a Comment

As many of you know, my family and I are expecting baby number three in just a few short weeks. As I take some time off from work and blogging to spend time with my family both before and after my new son’s birth, I am thrilled to share with you some amazing posts written […]

Transitioning Back to School with Visuals {For Children of ALL Abilities}

August 7, 2013 by Katie Filed Under: Guest Post, Visual Supports 2 Comments

As many of you know, my family and I are expecting baby number three in just a few short weeks. As I take some time off from work and blogging to spend time with my family both before and after my new son’s birth, I am thrilled to share with you some amazing posts written […]

How to Get the MOST Out of Your Child’s Speech Therapy

August 6, 2013 by Katie Filed Under: Guest Post, How to Help Your Child Talk, Involving Parents in Therapy Leave a Comment

A couple weeks ago, I was over at the Friendship Circle Blog sharing my 6 tips to getting the MOST out of your child’s speech therapy. Let’s be honest: an hour a week of speech therapy alone is not nearly as effective unless you as the parent are also following through at home. But HOW […]

Childhood Stuttering: Information, Warning Signs, and Tips for Parents

August 5, 2013 by Katie Filed Under: Fluency/Stuttering, Guest Post, How to Help Your Child Talk Leave a Comment

As many of you know, my family and I are expecting baby number three in just a few short weeks. As I take some time off from work and blogging to spend time with my family both before and after my new son’s birth, I am thrilled to share with you some amazing posts written […]

Core Language Skills Children Should Have Before Starting Kindergarten

August 1, 2013 by Katie Filed Under: Guest Post, How to Help Your Child Talk, Language Enrichment Activities for Parents 3 Comments

As many of you know, my family and I are expecting baby number three in just a few short weeks. As I take some time off from work and blogging to spend time with my family both before and after my new son’s birth, I am thrilled to share with you some amazing posts written […]

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