Top Tips: Creating an Individualized Home Practice Program

As an SLP, it’s my job to empower families to feel successful with speech home practice, or activities and strategies carried out after every therapy session. Speech therapy home practice needs to be tailored to each kiddo and family, easily fit within everyday routines, and feasibly implemented on a regular basis. We want to work together to create a home practice program to which a family can adhere. This results in increased progress towards speech and language goals. I’m sharing a few ways I keep speech therapy home practice simple and organized.

AAC, Speech Therapy, Teletherapy, Toddler Language, School Age Language, Resources, Preschool Language, Language DevelopmentAnna OllingerApril 19, 2021Early Intervention, Language Development, Toddler Language Development, Toddler Language, AAC, Preschool Language, School Age Language, ResourcesComment

How can stickers support speech and language development?

When it comes to planning therapy sessions, you don’t need to reinvent the wheel. One of my most effective therapy materials are stickers and I’ve been on a big sticker kick lately for kids of all ages! Stickers are motivating, cost effective, require minimal clean-up, and are adaptable to the age and language level of each kiddo.

Language Development, Preschool Language, Resources, School Age Language, Speech Therapy, Toddler LanguageAnna OllingerMarch 30, 2021Speech Therapy, AAC, Resources, Preschool Language, Toddler Language, School Age Language Comment

February & March Favorites Roundup

I’m sharing a roundup of my February & March speech therapy favorites. These books, games, and activities have been fan favorites over the last two months. I’ve listed recommended ages and a few ways I incorporate these activities in therapy. However, please keep in mind that each activity should be adapted to meet the needs and goals of every kiddo. Whether you’re an SLP looking for therapy ideas or a parent in need of activities that support your child’s speech and language development, I hope this post serves as inspiration!

AAC, Favorites Roundup, Language Development, Preschool Language, Resources, School Age Language, Speech Therapy, Teletherapy, Toddler LanguageAnna OllingerMarch 17, 2021Speech Therapy, Resources, Toddler Language Development, Toddler Language, Preschool Language, School Age LanguageComment

What is a speech evaluation and why is it important?

Answering all your questions pertaining to speech and language evaluations! When should you seek out an evaluation? Why is an evaluation important? What is included in the evaluation process? How often should a child receive an evaluation? Can evaluations be carried out virtually?

Language Development, Resources, Teletherapy, Toddler Language, Preschool Language, School Age Language, Speech EvaluationAnna OllingerJanuary 10, 2021Resources, Speech Evaluation, Parent Training Comment

Fall Favorites Roundup: Teletherapy Resources

Today, I’m sharing a roundup of my favorite teletherapy resources I’ve used this fall. I know many therapists and kiddos are transitioning back to teletherapy or remote learning as COVID-19 cases spike around the country. I hope this list serves as inspiration if you need some new ideas for remote speech therapy sessions or home practice.

Resources, Teletherapy, Language Development, AAC, School Age Language, Preschool Language, Toddler Language, Speech TherapyAnna OllingerDecember 3, 2020Language Development, Resources, Speech TherapyComment

Fall Favorites Roundup: Books

I’m sharing a roundup of the books I’ve included throughout the fall on my Friday Favorites Instagram series. Below each book title, I’ve listed the recommended ages provided by the author or publishing company. However, please note that this range is not all inclusive from a therapeutic standpoint, as I typically choose books based on both a child’s age and language level. I’ve also listed a few ways in which I incorporate each book during therapy.

Resources, Teletherapy, Language Development, Speech Therapy, School Age Language, Toddler Language, Preschool Language, Favorites Roundup, AACAnna OllingerNovember 30, 2020Resources, Books, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Toddler Language, School Age Language, Preschool LanguageComment

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