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Welcome back to our “Milestones: Navigating the Numbers” series! In this series, we have covered the expected speech, language, social-pragmatic, and feeding milestones expected by age 1, age 2, and age 3. Today we are focusing on the fearsome fours!
Welcome back to our series, “Milestones: Navigating the Numbers”! This series was inspired by the release of the updated milestone checklist from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).Today we are focusing on what to expect from your little one between ages 2 and 3. Before scrolling ahead, be sure to check out our other blogs in this series here: By Age 1 and By Age 2 !
While there will always be a “w” at the end of “rainbow”, legend also has it that you may find a pot of gold at the end of one, too! We’re chatting all things green, luck, leprechauns, and gold this week in speech therapy. What better way to celebrate this colorful holiday than with a Rainbow Chain? Keep reading for how we incorporate speech and language skills into this craftivity below!
SLPs, we often field questions related to language development in toddlers and preschoolers. Have you ever wondered if your child has enough words? Or if they’re able to communicate their thoughts, wants, needs and/or feelings effectively? These expressive language skills are related to vocabulary, or the amount of words a child knows.
Welcome back to our series, “Milestones: Navigating the Numbers”! You can read about our first blog post in the series here. With the release of the updated milestone checklist from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), we were motivated to share this information with all of you in an easy-to-read and parent-friendly way!
Has the candy already started to overflow at your house? Let’s do something about this by creating cute, festive Love Bugs!
Winter is here! Let’s celebrate with a oh-snow-much-fun themed craft. As Ana from Frozen once sang, “Do you want to build a snowman?”. Our answer is…. yes! Keep reading for a simple snowman craft paired with 3 ways to work on Winter vocabulary, early phonemic awareness and narrative language.
Do you have questions about how many words your child should be saying? How about when your child should develop certain speech sounds? Need some extra insight into early social skills and peer interactions? Look no further than our new blog series, based on the newly released ASHA milestones!
Prepping for the holiday season can take a lot of energy! How can you possibly think about books your child can read this November? Feast your eyes on this list of books to foster a full belly and a grateful spirit!
While we love the holiday lights, wreaths, and trees that we’re now seeing, it’s still in the Fall season! Let’s continue to celebrate the season and all of its colorful beauty with Fall suncatchers. These suncatchers encourage speech, language, and fine motor skills, as well as foster creativity and connection with the natural world around us.
The brisk morning air, the leaves falling, and hot apple cider…autumn is here! With all of the fun the season brings, there is no better time for us to give you “pumpkin to talk about!
Is your preschooler having difficulty with rhyming and learning letter sounds? Is your kindergartener getting frustrated while learning to read? It may be time to consult the literacy experts and dive into a discussion about dyslexia!
Oh the pressure of parenthood. You are constantly told that EVERY decision you make will impact your child for the rest of their lives. Sounds scary right?! Well, what if I told you that you have an opportunity to gain information and take action to lay a foundation for lifelong learning?
We all love our pets. They are the backbone of our families and give us that soothing cuddle at the end of a long day. BUT have you ever thought about how pets can also contribute to your child's speech and language development?
Discover the magic of sensory bins for kids! Engage their senses, boost cognitive development, and enhance language skills through fun play. Create beach or zoo-themed bins and watch them learn and explore! Sensational summer awaits! Contact us for expert support.
Summer is a time of fun, sunshine, and opportunities for continued learning and exploration. For parents that may be less familiar with the educational impact of a long break, the "summer slide" is the term used to describe the …
The world is our playground! Play is critical to language development and presents children with an extraordinary amount of learning opportunities.
National Donut Day is June 2nd. Here is a fun craft to celebrate while working on speech skills!
As a parent, it can be frustrating to guess what your child wants or needs, especially when you have a never-ending to-do list on top of it all. And what is every parent’s thought during this stressful whirlwind of tantrums and tirades? “JUST TELL ME WHAT YOU WANT!”
After 10 years of serving Northern Virginia, we are proud to announce the addition of OWLS Therapy in Philadelphia’s Main Line!
Picture this: You are sitting in the doctor’s office filling out a questionnaire about your child’s development and whether or not they are showing signs of autism.
Earth Day is Saturday April 22nd. Starting in the 1970s, this day is used to highlight global conservation and foster an appreciation for the resources the world provides.
The cherry blossoms have bloomed in Northern Virginia! To celebrate the arrival of Spring, we are featuring a cherry blossom craft to work on speech and language skills.
Ah, sippy cups. Who wouldn’t love a cup that prevents spills and stains everywhere you go? An SLP, that’s who! While convenient, these cups are not the best choice for a child’s speech, feeding, and oral development.
Congratulations! Whether you, a family member, or a friend is expecting, this is an exciting time in life. The joy and anticipation can often be paired with the feeling of being overwhelmed.
While the holidays have come and gone, the cold weather is here to stay! Cozy up inside with some hot chocolate and a snow-themed book. Wondering what are some of our favorite winter-themed children’s books? Look no further than today’s blog post!
“Every child is a different kind of flower and all together, make this world a beautiful garden.” -Anonymous