Cozy chats about speech, language and learning
Literacy growth in the elementary years shapes everything that follows—confidence, communication, academic momentum, and a child’s belief in themselves as a learner. As educators and speech-language pathologists, we know that literacy is not built through one program or one method. It develops through consistent, evidence-based…
One of the greatest misunderstandings in early childhood education is the belief that language development will happen naturally—even when environments are overstimulating, under-connected, and increasingly reliant on technology. But as we’re learning from both practice and science, language doesn’t simply “happen.” It is built, brick…
As a speech-language pathologist committed to supporting both language and literacy development, I found the SpeechPathology.com course Obstacles to Language-Rich Environments and Why It Matters for Educational Success by Angie Neal to be especially impactful. It pulled together current research, developmental benchmarks, and social shifts…
In my work as a speech-language pathologist, literature is at the heart of everything I do. It’s not just a vehicle for vocabulary—it’s the bridge to listening comprehension, inferencing, narrative structure, receptive and expressive language, and so much more. My therapy units often span several…
Book Review: Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness Jonathan Haidt “Technology is rewiring childhood mental health.” Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental…
As educators, parents, and therapists, we’re always looking for ways to make learning both fun and effective for young children. The Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Nursery Rhyme Interactive File Folder Activities is a tool that achieves just that, by combining classic nursery rhymes with engaging,…
In the world of early education and special needs teaching, engaging learners requires creativity, innovation, and a deep understanding of how young minds develop. Among the myriad tools educators use to capture attention and foster learning, file folder songs stand out as a beacon of…
Communication is a fundamental aspect of human life. It shapes our interactions, relationships, and ability to express thoughts, feelings, and ideas. For some children, however, the development of speech and language skills may not follow the typical trajectory. Speech and language disorders can pose significant…