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Temper Tantrums vs. Meltdowns: Spot the Difference

Temper Tantrums vs. Meltdowns: Spot the Difference

Learning the differences between the tantrums and meltdowns can help you to better understand why your child is having them and how to deal with them as parents. So today we’ll help you to...

Robert McKenzieRobert McKenzieFeb 14, 2022
How Down Syndrome Affects Children's Speech Development?
How Down Syndrome Affects Children's Speech Development?

In This Article What is Total Communication? What are the Language Characteristics of Children and Adolescents with Down...

Stacie BennettStacie BennettFeb 11, 2022
10 Tips for Improving Reading and Language Learning
10 Tips for Improving Reading and Language Learning

If your children are anything like my nieces and nephews, they want the same books read night after night, and often avo...

El RobertsonEl RobertsonFeb 6, 2022
Rainy Day? Try 5 Indoor Learning Activities for Your Kids
Rainy Day? Try 5 Indoor Learning Activities for Your Kids

In This Article DIY Activities Bring Out The Good Old Board Games Bringing the Outdoors In (Be As Creative As You Want) ...

Myrah AbrarMyrah AbrarJan 18, 2022
7 Steps of Articulation Therapy
7 Steps of Articulation Therapy

In This Article Articulation Disorders: First Things First . . . 7 Steps of Articulation Therapy Step 1: Isolate Step 2:...

Stacie BennettStacie BennettJan 17, 2022
10 Kids’ Indoor Activities That Burn Extra Energy
10 Kids’ Indoor Activities That Burn Extra Energy

Fun indoor activities for children are necessary to keep them entertained and supply a mental break from schoolwork. Dur...

Liz TaltonLiz TaltonJan 15, 2022
Games for Learning Colors - 5 Fun Kids Activities
Games for Learning Colors - 5 Fun Kids Activities

In This Article Painting Educational Toys Get out in Nature Play-doh Coloring Books for Kids Speech Blubs: Living Color ...

Robert McKenzieRobert McKenzieJan 15, 2022
Kids and Screens: Screen Time Can Be Shared Time
Kids and Screens: Screen Time Can Be Shared Time

Each parent will make their own choices about the media their child uses, however, there are ways to take the best of bo...

El RobertsonEl RobertsonJan 15, 2022
4 Parenting Styles Guaranteed to Make Your Child Successful
4 Parenting Styles Guaranteed to Make Your Child Successful

In This Article Support Your Child with the Tools They Need and Love The Authoritarian Parent The Authoritative Parent T...

Robert McKenzieRobert McKenzieJan 7, 2022
What is My Baby Trying to Say When She Smiles or Cries?
What is My Baby Trying to Say When She Smiles or Cries?

Smiling isn’t merely “cute,” and crying isn’t necessarily something that only has negative connotations associated with ...

Natalie BarnesNatalie BarnesFeb 14, 2022
Better Hearing and Speech Month
Better Hearing and Speech Month

Each May, Better Hearing & Speech Month (BHSM) tries to raise awareness about communication disorders and the role that ...

Stacie BennettStacie BennettFeb 10, 2022
5 Most Common Difficulties in Distance Learning for K-6 Grade Kids
5 Most Common Difficulties in Distance Learning for K-6 Grade Kids

Sure, high school and college students are able to utilize online classes. And, for elementary teachers, parents, and ki...

Dev Raj SinghDev Raj SinghFeb 7, 2022
What to Do When Insurance Won’t Cover Your Speech Therapy Costs
What to Do When Insurance Won’t Cover Your Speech Therapy Costs

Unfortunately, our insurance companies run the show when it comes to reimbursement for speech and language services . Th...

Stacie BennettStacie BennettFeb 8, 2022
Summer Activities to Target Speech and Language Development
Summer Activities to Target Speech and Language Development

With summer quickly approaching, there are many different activities that you can do to target speech and language skill...

Stacie BennettStacie BennettFeb 7, 2022
Educational Activities for Kids at Home
Educational Activities for Kids at Home

In This Article Expand your child’s vocabulary with more than 1,500 educational activities! Explore the Natural World Tr...

Alexandra FungFeb 4, 2022
What Is Apraxia of Speech and How Is It Diagnosed?
What Is Apraxia of Speech and How Is It Diagnosed?

In This Article Apraxia and Speech Blubs App Apraxia of Speech in Numbers Apraxia of Speech Signs and Symptoms Apraxia o...

Stacie BennettStacie BennettJan 21, 2022
What is The Best Way to Play with a 6, 12, and 24-Month-Old Child?
What is The Best Way to Play with a 6, 12, and 24-Month-Old Child?

In This Article 6-Month-Old: You are Their Favorite Toy 12-Month-Old: First Friends and Early Social Skills 24-Month-Old...

Stacie BennettStacie BennettJan 15, 2022
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