When parents and therapists model conversation in pretend play, kids start to imitate them and learn to take turns in conversation with their little...
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The Influence of TV on Preschoolers
When I was visiting 3 year-old Will, he requested that we have a "scavenger hunt." Now I have been known for my "candy hunts" I conduct on family...
Putting Little People in Preschool Play
I have several parents who encourage me with their application of ideas that I have taught them. I am always trying to teach parents what to look...
Kids’ Dollhouses From Homes to Treehouses
Kids' dollhouses provide a wonderful backdrop for pretend play, as children re-enact their common experiences of eating, dressing, cleaning up,...
Getting Your Child to Talk About School
Recently, Heidi Stevens , the Features Editor at the Chicago Tribune contacted me because she liked my article on "Nine Tips to Get Your Child to...
Calico Critters Country Tree House Invites Hours of Fun
Gather your furry friends for an afternoon in the tree house. Don't worry, there is plenty of room for everyone, big and small. With multiple play...
“Wildlife Care Station” Teaches Compassion
Introduce your child to Playmobil's "Wildlife Care Station" and you'll lose them to great creative play involving compassion and care for the...
Interactive Noah’s Ark Book Builds Childrens’ Language
I'm a fan of "Snappy Books" because I like the big bold drawings, pop-ups and rhymes. In their newest addition, Snappy Builder Noah's Ark, your...
Using Toys to Extend a Story Book
Cuddle up with a good picture book, add a plush character from the story and you have literacy plus play! I introduced Opal from Toot and Puddle:...
Taking Spring Speech Therapy Outside
Now that temperatures in the northeast have gone from the 50's to the 70's in one week, it is time to take speech therapy outside--spring is here!...
Kids’ Creative Play Starts With The Right Toys
A good language enhancing toy will spark a child's imaginative play. It is a delight to watch them build on their story as they take a prop and...
Learning Language Lessons With “The Very Greedy Bee”
Certain books make it easier to teach language. Give me beautiful, clear illustrations, a simple but engaging story and I can use it to work on many...
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