by Brooke Andrews | May 5, 2019 | Language Development
Questions and Comments As a Pediatric Speech Pathologist specializing in Early Intervention, one of the tips I offer to parents of Late-Talkers is to is to replace questions with comments. Comments provide opportunities to build upon your child’s...
by Brooke Andrews | Apr 3, 2018 | Language Development
I’m always on the lookout for books that will support speech and language development in my young clients. I recently purchased “All Better” from Usborne Books and More and I love it! The book has reusable band-aids that can stick onto...
by Brooke Andrews | Jun 4, 2017 | Language Development
Telegraphic speech refers to taking away the grammar of a phrase and only leaving the content words. “Ball up,” “foot in,” and “more doll” are all examples of telegraphic speech. In addition to the videos provided by the state, I have heard many of my well-meaning...
by Brooke Andrews | Apr 30, 2017 | Language Development
When I was a beginning clinician in early intervention, there were two things that helped me through my first year as a clinical fellow: bubbles and “more.” Although bubbles are still my one of my staples, since then I have learned much more about child language...
by Brooke Andrews | Apr 8, 2017 | Language Development
As young children are learning about the world, daily routines play a very important role. These include the routines of daily living such as getting dressed, eating meals, and getting ready for bed. They can also be specific to you and your child such going on a walk...
