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…
Multisensory learning—pairing visual, auditory, tactile, and movement-based experiences—has become one of the most powerful trends in education, and for good reason. Research consistently shows that students learn more effectively when they see it, hear it, touch it, and do it. For Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) and…
The Power of Collaboration Speech-Language Pathologists are not just specialists who “pull out” students for therapy—they are language and learning partners who bring communication to life within the classroom. Whether you’re an SLP or an elementary educator, having the right tools makes collaboration smoother, lessons…
As educators and speech-language pathologists working with preschoolers or learners in special-education settings, we’re always looking for ways to make language growth meaningful, engaging, and relevant. The Thanksgiving season offers just that: a theme children already bring into school, full of imagery, emotion, tradition ……
Discover how the Lively Letters multisensory reading program builds sound-symbol awareness, articulation, and confidence for students with speech and language challenges.
For many children on the autism spectrum, language isn’t simply about words—it’s about connection. A child may be verbal—able to use words, phrases, or even full sentences—yet still not understand that these verbalizations are messages meant for another person. They may echo phrases repeatedly (echolalia),…
As a seasoned speech-language pathologist, I’ve had AAC users on my caseload for years. This course was a fresh reminder that successful AAC use isn’t just about the technology—it’s about relationships, responsiveness, and readiness. This blog will give AAC family coaching tips for speech-language pathologists.…
Recently, I took the 20Q: Neuroscience Applications for Differential Diagnosis and Intervention in School-Aged Children course on SpeechPathology.com, presented by Dr. Martha S. Burns. The course was a deep dive into how neuroscience informs our work as speech-language pathologists, particularly when diagnosing and intervening with…
As I celebrate my 46th year in the field of speech and language pathology, I find myself more committed than ever to continued learning and evolving with the needs of the students and professionals I serve. The field has transformed dramatically since I began, and…
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…