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PETS ARE PAW-SOME SPEECH BUDDIES
Let’s base this discussion around the most popular pet…the chinchilla. Just kidding! Here are some ways your DOG can help your child’s
ENGAGING MINDS: THE POWER OF SENSORY BINS.
Sensory bins are a fun way for your child to learn while engaging in play! Throughout the activity they are using multiple senses (sight, sound, touch, and
GIVE A HOOT ABOUT READING!
Guide Summer is a time of fun, sunshine, and opportunities for continued learning and exploration. For parents that may be less familiar
SPEECH AT THE PARK
The world is our playground! Play is critical to language development and presents children with an extraordinary amount of learning opportunities.
DONUT CRAFT
Hole-y Moley! Who doesn’t love a sweet treat?! National Donut Day is June 2nd. Here is a fun craft to celebrate while working on speech skills! Items
COMMUNICATION: BEYOND THE BASICS OF SPEECH AND HEARING
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
WE ARE GROWING!
After 10 years of serving Northern Virginia, we are proud to announce the addition of OWLS Therapy in Philadelphia’s Main Line! What? When
FIVE EARLY SIGNS OF AUTISM
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
EARTH DAY ACTIVITIES FOR SPEECH AND LANGUAGE SKILLS
“What did the mother worm say to her child who was late?” “Where in earth have you been?!” Earth Day is Saturday April 22nd. Starting in the 1970s,
CHERRY BLOSSOM CRAFT WITH SPEECH AND LANGUAGE TARGETS
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
SKIP THE SIPPY! A SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST’S GUIDE ON SIPPY CUPS: PART 1
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
SLP APPROVED BABY REGISTRY
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
SNOWMAN CRAFTIVITY
Items Needed: Marshmallows Popsicle Stick Pretzel sticks Black Icing Reese’s Cup Fruit by the Foot or Fruit Roll up Mini Chocolate Chips or Mini M
CHILDREN’S WINTER BOOKS
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.
SLP APPROVED TOYS
Speech-language pathologists are frequently asked for toy recommendations. As professionals, we often think about what we can do with the toy,
HOLIDAY BOOKS
The fireplace is crackling, the carolers are singing, and the sleigh bells are ringing… the holidays are here! Let’s welcome the new season with holiday-
CHILDREN’S FALL THEMED BOOKS
Welcome, Fall! Crunchy leaves, crisp air, vivid colors, and pumpkin galore… what a beautiful time of the year! Today we’ve gathered our favorite fall-
PART TWO: BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS!
Welcome to Part Two of our Back to School series! School has started and with the new school year, comes new routines. Today we’re offering tips on
BACK TO SCHOOL PENCIL COOKIES
SCHOOL IS BACK IN SESSION! AFTER A LONG SCHOOL DAY, COMING HOME TO A YUMMY AFTER-SCHOOL TREAT IS THE BEST! Cooking and
PART ONE: BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS!
Welcome to Part One of our Back to School series! It seems like the dog days of summer are here to stay in Virginia, but the start of a new