Quick Win For Parents
Explore simple, everyday activities and tools that enhance your child’s speech and language skills at home.
Tips & Resources - Aug 8, 2024
Daily Practice Tips
Small activities can make a big difference. Here are some daily tips to incorporate into your routine.
- Storytelling: Reading to your child daily boost vocabulary and comprehension.
- Speech Games: Use games like “Simon Says” to encourage listening and language development.
- Labeling Objects: Label items around the house (e.g., "table," "shoe," "door") to build vocabulary.
Sensory-Friendly Play Ideas
Children with sensory processing challenges can benefit from calming, tactile activities. Try:
1.Playdough: Great for hand strengthening and fine motor skills.
2.Sensory Bins: Fill a bin with rice, beans, or water beads for sensory exploration.
3.Storytelling: Use toys with different textures to stimulate the senses.
Helpful Apps And Tools
There are several apps designed to reinforce therapy sessions at home:
a. Articulation station: Perfect for practicing speech sound.
b. Endless Alphabet: A fun way to improve vocabulary.
c. Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame: Helps children learn emotional regulation.
These tools, when used consistently, can accelerate progress and make learning fun!
