Have you seen insta-snow in action? It literally is what its name implies. Instant Snow. All you have to do is add water to the given powder and viola it grows right in front of your eyes. It’s almost cold-like. It springs back when you squeeze and let go. It possesses an uncanny resemblance … [Read more…]
Well…Eek! I had my toy to blog about this week and of course they do not make it anymore. But! But there is always a but! I found another…The infamous ball popper! Sometimes with toys and our kids we need to think outside of the box and keep it simple. And, we may need to think … [Read more…]
I was thinking about this week’s post and also thinking about how many things I need to get done! Raise your hand if you can relate! When I started this blogging journey I really had not a clue. My initial thought was a monthly post. But then I thought, if the blog was going to … [Read more…]
Yep! Here it is! A compilation of some of my favorite toys and/or activities to use with the little ones including Why and How. (Just click the link to direct you to that post.) Parents often ask for ideas so I thought this would be a helpful post. (Don’t worry! There is more to come in … [Read more…]
Hello peeps! Sure is getting close to Christmas. I have started my celebrations for the season. Have you? Last night I was blessed to share an evening with a group of gals that I complete evaluations and work with in early intervention. Great food, a gift exchange, and laughter. Always good for the soul and … [Read more…]
I am tickled pink about this week’s post! It is a continuation of the Toys and Tips Series and contains ideas to consider revolving around language development. Included are some thoughts on how to use a toy to elicit a sound, a word, a sign, or maybe to follow directions. Unfortunately, when you have doing this for awhile, … [Read more…]
Container play taken to a whole new level! Put the child in the basket. Yes, we are putting kids in laundry baskets, large Rubbermaid containers, large circular tubs! Why? Because we become friends with our OTs and learn new tricks. Not only are we going to talk laundry baskets we are going to think about … [Read more…]
I have been on vacation this week and I was thinking about our little language learners while walking through the streets of New York! First time visitor and I feel blessed for the opportunity. And, I felt compelled to take a bunch of pictures. Why share this information in a speech blog post? Between the … [Read more…]