by Nikki | Sep 7, 2020 | Info for Parents, Language, Reading, Uncategorized
Just over a year ago this ‘conversation’ between DJ Pryor and his 18 month old son went viral on social media. Link here The interaction which simulated a real conversation between DJ Pryor and 18 month old, Kingston was punctuated with turn taking, gestures, shared...
by Nikki | Jul 4, 2020 | Info for Parents, Language
The Covid19 pandemic has brought a set of emotions that have surfaced in adults and children. Many people are feeling anxious during this time. Children can feel anxious about different things at different ages, and many of these worries are a normal part of growing...
by Nikki | Feb 3, 2020 | Info for Parents, Language
You’ve dressed him/her up and sent her off in a flurry of excitement to school. Bar a few tears (from you or your child) you can’t wait to hear about the day at school. As parents, we have invested a lot (blood, sweat, tears, life-lessons, love and money) to give our...
by Nikki | Dec 2, 2019 | Info for Parents, Language, Uncategorized
,As we wind down for the holidays, the thought of entertaining your already bored children can be daunting, and you may be already yearning for the start of the new school year before the holiday season has started. 😥 Travelling to reach your holiday...
by Nikki | Jul 22, 2019 | Apps, Language, Spelling, Uncategorized, Writing
Children with language difficulties are often reluctant writers. Reading and spelling are difficult, and these kids often avoid or minimize their writing by taking the path of least resistance. I have seen kids use many tactics and guises to avoid writing. Although I...
by Nikki | Jun 10, 2019 | Autism, Language, Uncategorized
Social Stories explain social situations to children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The stories help children learn socially appropriate behavior and responses. What is a social story? People with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often misunderstand or don’t pick...
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