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Teaching Calendar Skills  Using a Multi-Sensory Approach

Teaching Calendar Skills Using a Multi-Sensory Approach

Teaching calendar skills to students on the autism spectrum by incorporating tactile elements, educators can make learning about dates, days, and months an engaging and effective experience. Here’s a guide to help you teach calendar skills using a multi-sensory approach with a special emphasis on…

Mastering Emotion Vocabulary: Multi-Sensory Strategies

Mastering Emotion Vocabulary: Multi-Sensory Strategies

Understanding and expressing emotions is a crucial part of social communication. For students on the autism spectrum, especially those who crave sensory input, teaching feeling words and how to express emotions can be challenging yet rewarding. A multi-sensory approach can make this learning process more…

How to Use the Ziggurat Model’s Comprehensive Autism Plan

How to Use the Ziggurat Model’s Comprehensive Autism Plan

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presents unique challenges and opportunities in educational settings. Tailoring the school environment to meet the individual needs of students with autism can significantly enhance their learning and development. One effective approach is using the Comprehensive Autism Planning System (CAPS) within the…

School-Based Speech Therapy: Changing Lives in the Classroom

School-Based Speech Therapy: Changing Lives in the Classroom

In the diverse landscape of educational support, the integration of speech and language therapy within the school day emerges as a powerful catalyst for transformative learning experiences. With the growing recognition of its benefits, educators and therapists are advocating for a more seamless incorporation of…

Together Strong Speech Language Pathologists and Educators

Together Strong Speech Language Pathologists and Educators

In the dynamic landscape of education and therapy, the synergy between speech and language pathologists(SLPs) and teachers is a critical element that can significantly enhance student outcomes. This partnership is not just beneficial but essential for fostering an inclusive, supportive, and effective learning environment. Through…

A Review of Adam Grant’s ‘Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things

A Review of Adam Grant’s ‘Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things

I just finished reading Hidden Potential: the Science of Achieving Greater Things by Adam M. Grant and I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It doesn’t center on the concept of ambition but rather on aspiration. Ambition pertains to the achievements one aims for, whereas aspiration relates…

Enhancing Multilingual Success: SLP’s Strategies For K-2 Students In The Classroom

Enhancing Multilingual Success: SLP’s Strategies For K-2 Students In The Classroom

Supporting multilingual students in kindergarten through second grade is a vital role that encompasses various strategies and approaches. The role of a speech and language pathologist (SLP) in this context is particularly crucial, as they help distinguish between language differences and language disorders. Here’s an…

5 Practical Strategies for Supporting Students with Speech and Language Disorders in the Classroom

5 Practical Strategies for Supporting Students with Speech and Language Disorders in the Classroom

Speech and language disorders are common childhood disabilities that affect children’s ability to communicate effectively. Therefore, it is crucial to understand how to support students with speech and language disorders in the classroom. A supportive classroom environment, along with appropriate teaching strategies and interventions, can…