tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:06:32 +0000app reviewfreepreschoolapp giveawayexpressive languagemiddle schoolarticulationfollowing directionsreceptive languagevocabularyauditory memoryauditory processingbehaviorliteracysequencingwh questionsforeshadowingguest posthandoutorganizationperspective takingprepositionsproblem solvingproduct reviewsentence formulationASHAFallSmarty Earscategorizingcraftfacebookfigurative languageparentingphonological awarenesspicture bookplaypragmaticsresourcesreviewsensorysocial skillstoddlerverbsAACBlog HopFreebieHalloweenIndianLife SkillsOnline StopwatchSuper DuperSuper Duper Age CalculatorThe Grumble Noiseadjectivesapraxiabloggersbody positivitybooksbulletin boardcause/effectchain letter link-upchronological age calculationcolorscomplex sentencesconceptscontext cluesdecibeldesidisciplinediverse booksfall craftgiveawaygraduate schoolhallway passinterviewipadlanguage memorylesson plan coverlibraryloudnessmaterialmorphologymotivatenew yearnote-takingorigamiparentparticipationpluralspopcorn themepragmaticpredictionsprefixprocessingpronoun usepronounsquantityreadingreasoningrecallrequestingresourcerhymingsafe listeningscavenger huntsemantic skillsshapessight wordssocial storiessocial thinkingspringstory grammarsuffixsummersynonymstechnologytemplatetime managementtime savertraveling SLPturn takingverb tenseword orderword sortingworkbook giveawayhttp://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/noreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)Blogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-4535303771537932538Sat, 07 Oct 2023 22:15:00 +00002023-10-07T18:15:06.989-04:00FallFreebiepreschoolscavenger hunttoddlerFall is officially here! This is my favorite time of year hands down. There are so many topics and vocabulary to discuss. I made this fall scavenger hunt for children to use with their grown up. If you live in a climate where you don't experience fall you can also use the sheet with a sensory bin or fall story book. Scavenger hunts are a great way to get outside and spend time with your http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2023/10/freebie-fall-scavenger-hunt.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-1873480897655126106Wed, 27 Sep 2023 16:06:00 +00002023-09-29T21:38:00.651-04:00craftfall craftpreschooltoddlerIf there's 2 things I love it's in this world, it's fall and a simple craft. My kiddos had so much fun making their very own fall wreaths to take home to their grownups. They were so proud of the final product! Materials were: a paper plate (center cut out), fake leaves, stickers, pompoms, glue, festive ribbon, and crayons.This friend chose to use stickers on her wreathWe called the tiny http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2023/09/fall-paper-plate-wreath.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-8652636772074986922Wed, 20 Sep 2023 16:55:00 +00002023-09-25T22:18:10.863-04:00craftFallpicture book Fall is almost here and I'm so excited! We did this simple hand tree craft in therapy, the kiddos loved tracing their hands!We traced our hands and decorated it with leaves. Leaves consisted of tissue paper, sticker leaves, and fabric leaves.We paired this craft with Hocus Pocus It's Fall! What are some of your favorite fall books?Please don't mention any of those old lady swallow http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2023/09/falling-for-fall-hand-trees.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-3079827015922538520Fri, 15 Sep 2023 19:19:00 +00002023-09-25T22:17:49.803-04:00body positivitydesidiverse booksIndianpicture booksocial skillsAfter an 8 year hiatus, I'm back!!! Where do I even begin? The last time I made a post, I was 6 months pregnant with my first child. Today I am mom to 8 year old Maura and 6 year old Mason. Maura & Mason enjoying the boardwalk this summer. I'm still a practicing Speech-Language Pathologist, but have also taken on additional roles, namely helping with the family insurance business (http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2023/09/im-back-with-book-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-1129044589324561865Mon, 22 Jun 2015 13:48:00 +00002016-10-26T15:03:08.996-04:00expressive languagefollowing directionsparentingplaypreschoolreceptive languagesensorysummerwh questionsIs it just me or did summer show up all of a sudden?! Unlike my school SLP friends, I will be working through the summer. That is, until I pop out this baby (see last post)! One of my favorite activities to use with my preschoolers is a good ol' sensory bin (as you can see from my previous post on the Spring Garden Sensory Bin). There are many types of sensory play you can explore (gel, water, http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2015/06/summer-sensory-bin-kinetic-sand.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-6009098709260205853Mon, 01 Jun 2015 01:03:00 +00002015-06-10T15:30:57.230-04:00categorizingexpressive languagefollowing directionsplaypreschoolsensoryspringvocabularywh questionsI don't know about you but I have a bit of spring fever and have gotten into the gardening and planting mood. Oh wait, you thought I was referring to my own personal garden?! No way! I'm talking about my educational play garden. Not only are sensory bins a fun tactile way for kids to play and learn, they can be used with any kind of toys/manipulatives you have laying around. I filled a plastic http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2015/05/spring-garden-sensory-bin.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-9035969934459446744Sat, 23 May 2015 18:23:00 +00002015-05-23T14:31:38.946-04:00expressive languagegiveawayliteracyparentingpreschoolreceptive languagereview"What can I do to help my child improve their language skills?" This is a common question I hear regularly, especially now that I'm working with preschoolers. Although it may not be a mystery to us in the field, many parents (and other professionals) do not know how or what to do with their little ones when it comes to literacy. Kimberly Scanlon's book, "Learning to Read is a Ball" is http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2015/05/learning-to-read-is-ball-review-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-7649155145927014764Sun, 09 Nov 2014 22:28:00 +00002014-11-09T17:32:38.698-05:00Have you heard about the recent release by Smarty Ears? It's an interactive app meant to target phonological awareness and it's called Phonological Awareness Lab ($14.99). Users can work on 4 different skills in each "lab" (see below) Skills such as syllable blending, sound blending, rhyming identification and matching can all be targeted. The Sentence Experiment Lab This http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2014/11/phonological-awareness-lab-app-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-3348950156934910440Sun, 12 Oct 2014 16:44:00 +00002014-10-12T18:02:55.422-04:00apraxiaexpressive languagefreeHalloweenHalloween is rapidly approaching! It got me thinking about my preschoolers with apraxia and other expressive language deficits. What can be done for the children who are unable to say "Trick or Treat?" A brief chat with one of my favorite #SLPEEPS on Twitter inspired me to compile a list of signs that our children can use on Halloween. These can be handed out or affixed to a costume. Ithttp://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2014/10/trick-or-treating-with-children-with.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-8814468950942995192Sun, 14 Sep 2014 22:16:00 +00002014-09-14T18:20:13.982-04:00app reviewbooksfreeipadlibraryliteracytechnologyI love infusing literacy into my therapy sessions. When I don't have the ability to access a desired book I use the OverDrive app. This application allows you to read eBooks, listen to audio-books, and watch videos from your library. And because it's through your library, it's absolutely FREE! Use the barcode located on your library card to access digital materials To http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2014/09/overdrive-app-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-4905207802786014986Wed, 03 Sep 2014 21:15:00 +00002014-09-03T17:15:23.840-04:00freepreschooltraveling SLPIf you have been following me on Twitter and Instagram, you probably know that I now work with preschoolers as a traveling SLP. Since I commute to a variety of sites, I do not always have the ability to discuss the policies of my employer to parents. This welcome letter is meant to do just that. Fun topics like make-up sessions and inclement weather are all addressed :) Front view Back viewhttp://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2014/09/freebie-parent-welcome-letter-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-3717441653888859663Fri, 18 Apr 2014 16:05:00 +00002014-04-18T12:11:39.966-04:00As most of you probably know, Better Hearing and Speech Month is rapidly approaching! Last year, I created a flyer to distribute to teachers regarding classroom acoustics.  It received a lot of attention on pinterest, so I wanted to update the flyer with this years logo (not as cool as last years if you ask me). The logo and information were obtained from ASHA's webiste. Grab your http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2014/04/2014-better-hearing-and-speech-month.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-3496001732940112609Sun, 13 Apr 2014 23:52:00 +00002014-04-13T19:56:09.796-04:00 iName It ($14.99), an app by Smarty Ears was designed for those with word finding deficits. Although it was designed with adults in mind, iName It can also be used with children.  Ten items are targeted across five rooms. The rooms are: bathroom, bedroom, garage, kitchen, and living room (all seen below). iName It targets five rooms typically found in a home After you http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2014/04/iname-it-app-review-giveaway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-3147589026790379790Mon, 27 Jan 2014 00:40:00 +00002014-01-26T19:47:38.349-05:00app giveawayapp reviewexpressive languagereceptive languageSmarty EarsI can't believe it's 2014! The year 2013 was chock full of change, so pardon me for not posting anything since November. Since my last post, I have moved from New York to Pennsylvania, begun working with preschoolers (I think about my middle school kiddos almost everyday), and purchased a home! My husband and I are almost settled in our house, this gives me some time to get back to my blog. http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2014/01/language-trainer-app-review-giveaway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-7406502617894403024Sun, 03 Nov 2013 15:37:00 +00002013-11-03T10:37:59.807-05:00app reviewarticulationphonological awarenessThis post has been long overdue. For those of you who don't follow me on my Facebook page, I have recently relocated from New York to Pennsylvania with my new hubby. Actually, tomorrow will be my first day of work with the 3-5 population! After working with middle schoolers for the past 2 years, I welcome the change that preschoolers offer! Needless to say, my posts will be reflective of the new http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/11/sunny-articulation-phonology-test-guest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-3891095318226514844Tue, 24 Sep 2013 23:30:00 +00002013-09-24T19:31:46.302-04:00app reviewguest postSmarty EarsI'm excited to have Jocelyn over at Ms. Jocelyn Speech do a guest post about Phono Learning Center!  Phono Learning Center is an app developed by Smarty Ears. This app is designed to help children improve their speech production. I am always looking for new practice materials for articulation and phonological delays, so I was happy to receive the opportunity to try this app out. To http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/09/phono-learning-center-guest-app-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-5868808555327944132Thu, 05 Sep 2013 16:52:00 +00002013-09-05T12:59:30.103-04:00freeorganizationTo help you all prepare for your return to school, I've gone through all my posts and selected the ones related planning and organization. All these items are free! Here it goes: 1. 9 Parent Tips to Facilitate Their Middle Schooler's Language in the Home {Handout}  This would be great to include in your welcome letter to parents, as a handout during open school night, orhttp://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/09/resource-roundup-planning-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-951195958462054815Mon, 02 Sep 2013 21:37:00 +00002013-09-02T17:44:25.668-04:00AACapp giveawayapp reviewWhen did September get here?! I hope all of you had an enjoyable summer and are refreshed, recharged and ready to roll! For those of you who are experiencing the end of summer blues, you're in luck! Today's post will be a review and giveaway for Expressive from Smarty Ears ($25.99)! Users select images that appear in the white area to express themselves This app can be used to communicate by http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/09/expressive-app-review-giveaway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-8476861119323621376Wed, 14 Aug 2013 12:39:00 +00002013-08-16T10:53:28.324-04:00articulationproduct reviewSpeech Buddies are a set of instruments (i.e. Buddies) that provides kinesthetic awareness to those with decreased articulatory precision. There are 5 Buddies, they target R, S, L, CH and SH. Below is a diagram of how they work: In my own use, I found it to be a wonderful tool that helps clients determine the accurate placement and motor plans for difficult sounds. Many sounds we produce are http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/08/speech-buddies-product-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-8918750233656354058Wed, 10 Jul 2013 04:35:00 +00002013-07-10T00:44:38.907-04:00app giveawayapp reviewpragmaticsI don't know about you, but this has been a busy summer! For those of you who don't know, I'm getting married in a few days/weeks (July 13th and the 26th)....boy does this wedding stuff take up a lot of your time. Even though this is a hectic time for me, I wanted to share with you an app that caught my attention. Rainbow of Emotions ($4.99) is meant to be used with a range of ages (http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/07/rainbow-of-emotions-app-review-giveaway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-2163894762795948873Wed, 10 Jul 2013 03:24:00 +00002013-07-10T00:05:55.045-04:00Follow my blog with Bloglovin Have you joined the Bloglovin bandwagon yet? If so, then follow me with the above link. If not, what are you waiting for?! If you haven't heard Google Reader is no longer, not to fret! Follow all your favorite blogs (MEEE) with Bloglovin. http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/07/lets-talk-speech-and-language-is-on.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-7549042810592054196Mon, 24 Jun 2013 22:13:00 +00002013-06-24T18:19:21.590-04:00app giveawayapp reviewarticulationI have a confession to make, I find articulation therapy boring! (This probably explains why I work with the middle school population). Although I primarily work with older kiddos, I am beginning to get private clients with articulation deficits. Thank goodness for apps like I Dare You Articulation! For $4.99 users get: 600 "daring" scenarios targeting the 7 phonemes pictured above Optionhttp://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/06/i-dare-you-articulation-app-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-6099525055101521245Thu, 23 May 2013 11:22:00 +00002013-05-23T07:24:36.665-04:00app reviewvocabularyWith vocabulary being such a weakness with my students, I jumped at the opportunity to review Multiple Meanings Library. Multiple Meanings Library ($12.99) allows you to target a variety of word meanings through 5 different settings: (1) Auditory Bombardment, (2) Picture Identification, (3) Definition, (4) Fill In and (5) Make Up Sentences.  The library contains 100+ multiple meaning http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/05/multiple-meanings-library-app-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-4107136917459520411Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:45:00 +00002013-04-30T20:15:11.757-04:00ASHAfreehandoutIn an effort to bring awareness to Better Hearing and Speech Month, I created a flyer to distribute to teachers regarding classroom acoustics. The information and awesome logo were obtained from ASHA's website.  Grab your flyer here. How are you promoting and celebrating Better Hearing and Speech Month? Happy BHSM! http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/04/better-hearing-and-speech-month-flyer.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3895062429694235861.post-6426125081957857002Sun, 24 Mar 2013 11:37:00 +00002013-03-24T07:37:37.419-04:00ASHAgraduate schoolinterview For the past few years I have been an ASHA S.T.E.P. mentor to aspiring SLP's at the undergraduate and graduate level. Graduate school preparation is a frequently discussed topic. I often get asked to prepare my mentees for upcoming graduate school interviews. Recently, performed a mock interview (via video chat) with my mentee. Below are a list of questions that I used and http://www.letstalkspeechlanguage.com/2013/03/slp-interview-prep.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Let's Talk Speech and Language)2