Wh-Questions : A Foundation for Elementary School Language
One of the most fundamental building blocks for language as a child enters elementary school is asking and answering wh- questions. The...
Screen time can be good for your school-aged child - if you do this one thing
Ah, iphones, TV, computers, and videogames. How parents love – hate you. They love that you give them a little bit of a break. But...
Tips for boosting language with bedtime reading!
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How to use TV to improve elementary school language
Ask any child below the age of 10 whether they would prefer a book, a worksheet, or a video…. And you know exactly what they are going to...
“My Favorite Things” – Using Likes as a Social Therapy Tool in Elementary School Kids
“Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens.” Everybody loves their favorite things. What’s more, they love talking about them, and...
How to use play-doh to boost elementary school language
Play- Doh is awesome :) It’s colorful. The texture is soft and soothing. And the possibilities for play are endless. Interest in Play Doh...