by Nikki | Jul 24, 2017 | AAC, Language
Last year I used the Checkers #littleshopminis to work on early literacy skills with a group of Grade 0 children. You can see how I did this over here This year, Checkers sent me a full set of #littleshopminis which I used for working on Augmentative Alternative...
by Nikki | Jul 16, 2017 | AAC, Language, Uncategorized
What if your basic human right to communicate was limited because you did not have an alternative means of communication? What if you loved or cared about something so deeply, but you did not have the means to communicate it? What if you were abused and did not have...
by Nikki | Jun 19, 2017 | Apps, Language
You are a Social Detective, introduced students to the different skills required in order to make the best social decisions. You can read more about You are a Social Detective over here You are a Social Detective – Intermediate app picks up where the beginner...
by Nikki | May 6, 2017 | Info for Parents, Language, Speech
Social media has been a-buzz after a research study claimed that screen time causes speech delays. The author of the study, explains that definitive research and longitudinal studies are still needed. But, the initial claim is causing panic amongst parents. In...
by Nikki | Apr 29, 2017 | Apps, Language, Reading, Tips for teachers
iESLp is a phenomenal app, that allows you to create almost any activity on the fly. Most importantly, it, enables children to take control of their own learning; even from an early age. There are a number of underlying skills that need to develop in order for a...
by admin | Jan 3, 2017 | Info for Parents, Language, Uncategorized
The start of the new school year and going back to school can be a difficult time for many children. I experienced what my parents dismissively labeled ‘schoolitis’ throughout my junior school career. This ‘affliction’ caused tummy aches,...
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