Using Books To Practice New Words
Has your kid begun to imitate words? Do they love books? This idea is for you! Did you know counting books are not just for practicing...
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Shannon Miller
- May 2
- 3 min
Park Play
With the warmer weather right around the corner, you might be spending more time outside at the park! Below, are ideas on how to get the...
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Shannon Miller
- Apr 18
- 2 min
WAYS TO CELEBRATE EARTH DAY
Earth Day is Saturday April 22, 2023! Earth Day gives us a reason and a purpose to teach small children about the world around them!...
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Shannon Miller
- Mar 2
- 2 min
Dr. Seuss Book Ideas and Activites
Read Across America Week is celebrated from March 2nd – March 6th, it begins on the birthday of the beloved author, Dr. Seuss, March 2nd!...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Feb 7
- 2 min
Ideas to Practice “I Love You”
As a pediatric speech language pathologist, I get this question a lot: "how do I teach my kid to say 'I love you'?". Over the years, I've...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Jan 24
- 3 min
20 Ways To Play With Magnetic Tiles
Ok so my friends and family know that I am obsessed with magnetic tiles! This simple toy is great for a variety of ages and can even be...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Dec 21, 2022
- 2 min
Play with Snow Inside: Sensory Bin edition
This was a fantastic idea one of my speech clients had recently and I had to share with the rest of you! This winter we have had no...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Dec 6, 2022
- 1 min
Teletherapy tip: Mug trick!
At Sherwood, we use teletherapy sessions through Zoom in a number of different ways. Some families prefer the convenience of Zoom...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Nov 8, 2022
- 2 min
Practice Talking with Blocks
Whether your little one is just now exploring the world of blocks or if blocks have been a crowd pleaser for a while, this toy is fun for...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Aug 30, 2022
- 2 min
Fun With Pop Tubes
Pop tubes are a fantastic, inexpensive toy that I have found to be an exciting addition to my speech therapy sessions. Not only are they...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Aug 9, 2022
- 2 min
Dinosaur Games
Dinosaur toys are a toddler favorite for a good reason. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Dinosaurs also require imagination to...
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Kimberly Balansay
- May 3, 2022
- 3 min
“Mama” and “Dada”: Ideas to Practice Family Names
“Mama” or “dada” can be a child’s first word, but that’s not the case for all babies. If your kiddo is picking up words but still hasn’t...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Feb 1, 2022
- 1 min
"ACHO!" Game to Practice Imitation
If your little one is still learning how to talk, this is one of my favorite games to play. It’s simple, fun, and encourages little ones...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Jan 18, 2022
- 2 min
What Counts As “A Word”?
Does “dah”, “baba”, or even “oo-ah” count as a word? How do you answer the question "how many words does your kid have?" if your little...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Dec 21, 2021
- 2 min
Baby Signs for the Winter Season
Winter is such a magical time of the year and such a great opportunity to talk about what your little one is seeing and experiencing. If...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Nov 2, 2021
- 1 min
Fall Tree Craft
Last year I went on a walk with my niece while there were beautiful leaves on the ground everywhere. My niece really wanted to collect...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Sep 21, 2021
- 1 min
Fall Sign Language
Leaves are falling. Pumpkin-themed everything surrounds us. The Seahawks are back. Boots and jackets need to be taken out of storage....
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Jill Petrowski
- Sep 7, 2021
- 1 min
The Tupperware strategy to Teach "Help"
Chances are you have a clear container somewhere in your house. It may be a Tupperware container or storage plastic box. Believe it or...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Aug 24, 2021
- 2 min
Four Ways to Sing “Row Your Boat”
Does your kid love songs? Whether your child is learning to copy actions, starting to use some sounds, or is already talking, the “row...
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Kimberly Balansay
- Jul 13, 2021
- 1 min
Summer Sign Language
Does your kid LOVE the summer? The sunny, happy weather is a perfect recipe for fun and learning! If your child is either young or still...
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