Screens are everywhere, from TVs and tablets to smartphones and smart toys. For many families, they’re part of daily life. But as screen time increases, so do concerns about how it might affect children’s speech and language development. So what does the research actually say?
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When it comes to helping children thrive at school, communication is key, both in the classroom and between professionals. That’s why collaboration between speech pathologists and teachers plays such a vital role in supporting students’ learning, language, and social development.
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Reading with your child is one of the most powerful ways to support their language development. The best part? It doesn’t have to feel like a chore! With a few simple strategies, storytime can become a rich, language-building experience that helps your child strengthen their vocabulary, comprehension, and communication skills.
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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month which means it’s a great time to shine light on what dyslexia really is, how to recognise it, and how speech pathologists can support children struggling with reading and writing. Below is a comprehensive guide to dyslexia, tailored for parents, educators, and caregivers.
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For many children, reading opens the door to imagination, learning, and confidence. But for children with dyslexia or a literacy delay, that door can sometimes feel a little harder to open.
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October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to talk about how speech pathologists can support children who struggle with reading and comprehension.
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In speech therapy sessions, I often talk with families about how important vocabulary is for a child’s communication and learning. Vocabulary is more than just “knowing words”. It’s the foundation that helps children express themselves, understand others, and feel confident in everyday interactions.
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When children struggle with spelling or written expression, it can impact every part of their schooling life. Writing tasks become stressful, confidence drops, and parents are often unsure how they can best help. The good news is that Speech Pathologists like myself are highly trained in supporting literacy skills, including spelling and written expression.
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When your child is learning to communicate, you might hear terms like expressive language or receptive language used by educators, health professionals, or speech pathologists. While both play an essential role in your child’s ability to communication, this post focuses solely on receptive language; what it is, how it develops, and how a Speech Pathologist can support your child’s receptive language skills.
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When your child is learning to communicate, you might hear terms like expressive language or receptive language used by educators, health professionals, or speech pathologists. While both play an essential role in your child’s ability to communication, this post focuses solely on expressive language; what it is, how it develops, and how a Speech Pathologist can support your child’s expressive language skills.
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