Category Archives: Receptive Language
Communication Expansion Using the Repetition of Holidays in a Neutral Way
To expand any skill, we all need practice. This same repetition is vital for your child to gain speech and language skills. A good way to assure repetition and frequent practice which is necessary is by using your environment to … Continue reading
Supports for Children Going to a New School
My New School(PowerPoint) My New School(PDF) It’s back to school time! Parents of young children, especially young children with special needs, are often aware of the challenges brought to their children by transitions to new environments and experiences. Starting school, even preschool … Continue reading
Speech and Language Enrichment = Summer Fun!
School’s out, but you can support your child’s speech and language skills in typical summer activities. They provide wonderful contexts to enrich your child’s communication development and still have lots of fun! For specific guidance in skills to target, remember your child’s … Continue reading
Strategies to Enhance Language Processing Skills in the Home and School Environments
Seat the child as close to the front of the room as possible, minimizing visual and auditory distractions. When giving verbal directions, gain attention first. You can prompt the entire class by saying “Everyone look at me. I’m going to … Continue reading
PARENT TIPS FOR PROMOTING LISTENING AND LANGUAGE COMPREHENSION SKILLS IN PRESCHOOLERS
Parents of children who are referred to Speech-Language Pathologists in preschool are often interested in ideas for enhancing their child’s language understanding at home. The following are some ideas for stimulating comprehension skills during routine interaction at home: Remember that … Continue reading
Teacher Tips for Promoting Success in the Classroom
Teachers of children whose pragmatic (social language) skills are impaired are often interested in ideas for enhancing the child’s success in the preschool classroom. The following are some ideas for creating an environment that is easier for those children to … Continue reading
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