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AAC Apps and How to Use Them (in 2025)

AAC Apps and How to Use Them Augmentative/Alternative Communication (AAC) allows a child who can't speak to let us know what they want or need. It reduces frustration and increases communication. And with smart devices being so readily available, AAC apps make it even easier to access these tools!

Speech and Language Kids Podcast

The NEW Speech and Language Kids Podcast The Speech and Language Kids Podcast is BACK and better than ever! Learn how to treat communication challenges in children without losing yourself in the process. Speech-language pathologist Carrie Clark shares her best tips, tricks, and strategies to help children

  • Things You Didn't Know about Med SLP

5 things you didn’t know about being a Medical SLP

Are you curious about the medical side of our field?  @Rinki.SLP  joined us live on July 24th to share 5 things you didn't know about being a medical speech-language pathologist.  #speechieshiow Below are the links to the products that were talked about in the Speechie show: Medical

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How to Collect a Language Sample

How to Collect a Language Sample Anyone here dread collecting a language sample?  Leia Knight from Language for the Playground joined us LIVE to share 5 quick and easy tips for eliciting a language sample.  #speechieshow Join the Hub to Access (Free Trial)

Podcast

How to Get my Podcasts (radio shows) to your Earbuds (and smart phone!) Did you know you can get my excellent speech and language ideas right on your smart phone?? That's right!  I have two podcasts where you can listen to me explain speech and language problems and how to

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Speech and Language Kids

The Speech and Language Kids Curriculum Instant Clinical Clarity for your Entire Caseload Learn More → What we Offer: The Curriculum Finally have a system that works.  Teach communication skills in a systematic way, with less prep time. Get Instant Access Mentorship

Echolalia: What is Echolalia and How Can We Help?

Echolalia: When Children Repeat what you Say (Speech Therapy Ideas) What if a child repeats questions instead of answering? What if they quote lines from a show or movie? What if they repeat things that they have heard others say? Well, this is called "echolalia" and it's how

SLP Apps and Technology

How are Apps and Technology Used in Speech-Language Pathology? Technology is a wonderful thing and we are seeing it used more and more in speech-language pathology practices.  Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) are using computers, tablets, smart phones, smart boards, and more in speech therapy for a variety of purposes. Parents are

How to Become a Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) I know the job of a speech-language pathology assistant (SLPA) is hard!  That's why I've created a resource just for you.  Check out my list of information and materials for SLPAs: Resources for SLPAs How to Become a Speech-Language Pathologist Have you ever wondered how to become a

Stimming and Hand Flapping when Excited – How to Help

Stimming and Flapping when Excited - How to Help Is it a problem if a child is stimming and hand flapping when excited? Sometimes, children will flap their hands or engaging in self-stimulatory behaviors (also called “stimming”) when they are excited, anxious, overwhelmed, or having other strong emotions.

Bug-Themed Speech and Language Activities

Ok, what little boy doesn’t love bugs?  They may not be your favorite subject, but if you are trying to help a little boy improve his speech or language skills, he’s going to love these activities!  Give them a try! Go on a Bug Hunt! (Descriptors, following directions, writing)

Speech Delays and Special Diets: Do They Help?

Speech Delays and Special Diets: Can They Help? About  9 months ago, I found out that I cannot tolerate eating gluten or dairy.  The news was devastating at the time.  Most of my favorite foods contain both gluten and dairy!!  How could this be??  Well, turns out the

Popsicle Stick Speech and Language Games!

  Popsicle Stick Speech and Language Games!! Ms. Carrie's Popsicle Stick Game for Speech and Language Activities There's something about the random chance of drawing sticks from a cup that makes any activity more exciting!  My inspiration for this post was a picture I saw on Pinterest

How to Teach Conjunctions: 3 Steps to Teaching “And”

How to Teach Conjunctions: 3 Steps to Teaching “And” Many times when children have language delays, they use only the main words in a sentence and leave out all of the little ones.  We say this makes their speech sound “telegraphic”.  If your child is doing this, it

How to Teach Speech Sounds: Step By Step Guide

How to Teach Speech Sounds: Step-by-Step Guide In this episode, I give a step-by-step guide how to teach sounds.  Also, in the quick tip, I share how you can download my free e-book that gives you a step-by-step process for improving your child's speech at home. Listen

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What Is An IEP Plan? Podcast #4

In this episode of the Speech and Language Kids Podcast, I answer the question of "What is an IEP Plan?" by giving you an overview of what to expect from the IEP process (for parents).  And in the quick tip, I share a website for learning sign language that

Speech Sounds by Age (and How to Teach Them)

Speech Sounds by Age: When and How to Teach Speech Sound Pronunciation Children learn to pronounce speech sounds correctly at different ages. Some sounds develop earlier... ...and some develop later. When a child is late to learn a specific speech sound, we can help them through speech therapy

Best Speech and Language Gifts

Are you looking for some ideas for holiday shopping?  Here are some of my favorite speech and language toys and games that are great for working on speech and language skills.  These are great for children who have speech and language delays as well as for speech therapists or