The Word Play Journal
Supporting Language-Delayed Toddlers and Presch...
Transitions can be challenging for toddlers and preschoolers, especially for those with language delays. Moving from one activity to another—whether at home or school—can trigger frustration, meltdowns, and resistance. However,...
Supporting Language-Delayed Toddlers and Presch...
Transitions can be challenging for toddlers and preschoolers, especially for those with language delays. Moving from one activity to another—whether at home or school—can trigger frustration, meltdowns, and resistance. However,...
Easter Basket and Egg Fillers: Expert-Recommend...
As a pediatric speech-language pathologist, I often get questions about what toys are best to improve speech and language. The right toys (and interaction with them!) can encourage sound production,...
Easter Basket and Egg Fillers: Expert-Recommend...
As a pediatric speech-language pathologist, I often get questions about what toys are best to improve speech and language. The right toys (and interaction with them!) can encourage sound production,...
The Power of Family in Speech/Language Development
At Word Play Speech Therapy, we believe parents, siblings, and other family members play a critical role in nurturing communication skills, turning everyday interactions into powerful learning opportunities.
The Power of Family in Speech/Language Development
At Word Play Speech Therapy, we believe parents, siblings, and other family members play a critical role in nurturing communication skills, turning everyday interactions into powerful learning opportunities.

Using Interactive Books to Elicit Speech and La...
Interactive books can be a powerful tool for eliciting language in toddlers and preschoolers. By incorporating interactive elements such as lift-the-flap features, textures, and sound effects, these books engage young...
Using Interactive Books to Elicit Speech and La...
Interactive books can be a powerful tool for eliciting language in toddlers and preschoolers. By incorporating interactive elements such as lift-the-flap features, textures, and sound effects, these books engage young...

The Story Behind Word Play Speech Therapy
I decided to pursue a career as a speech-language pathologist during high school. One day at Walgreens, I witnessed a deaf individual struggling to communicate with a store employee....
The Story Behind Word Play Speech Therapy
I decided to pursue a career as a speech-language pathologist during high school. One day at Walgreens, I witnessed a deaf individual struggling to communicate with a store employee....