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Let’s base this discussion around the most popular pet…the chinchilla. Just kidding! Here are some ways your DOG can help your child’s communication skills.  Articulation If your child is working on a specific sound, choose vocabulary words that are related to your pet. For example, if your child needs to practice the “L” sounds, you […]

Sensory bins are a fun way for your child to learn while engaging in play! Throughout the activity they are using multiple senses (sight, sound, touch, and smell) and these combined experiences are key to cognitive development. Not only do sensory bins provide hands-on activities, but they also create opportunities for language practice.   Why

Guide Summer is a time of fun, sunshine, and opportunities for continued learning and exploration. For parents that may be less familiar with the educational impact of a long break, the “summer slide” is the term used to describe the toll that summer vacation can take on a child’s academic knowledge. It is estimated that

The world is our playground! Play is critical to language development and presents children with an extraordinary amount of learning opportunities. Not only does play allow children to navigate and interact with their environment, but it also provides opportunities for engagement in social interactions and development of problem solving skills. A child learns best when

Hole-y Moley! Who doesn’t love a sweet treat?! National Donut Day is June 2nd. Here is a fun craft to celebrate while working on speech skills! Items needed: ·  paper plate ·  craft paint, markers, or crayons ·  colored sprinkles or any other confetti-like decorations ·  scissors ·  paintbrush ·  glue Instructions: 1. Cut a

As a parent, it can be frustrating to guess what your child wants or needs, especially when you have a never-ending to-do list on top of it all. And what is every parent’s thought during this stressful whirlwind of tantrums and tirades? “JUST TELL ME WHAT YOU WANT!” We just want to provide for our

After 10 years of serving Northern Virginia, we are proud to announce the addition of OWLS Therapy in Philadelphia’s Main Line! What? When considering services for your child, the first question might be “What exactly do your therapists work on with their clients?” We offer comprehensive speech and language therapy that focuses on ORAL LANGUAGE,

Picture this: You are sitting in the doctor’s office filling out a questionnaire about your child’s development and whether or not they are showing signs of autism. With your mind running on four hours of sleep, it might be hard to remember just how often your child points to objects or if the number of

“What did the mother worm say to her child who was late?” “Where in earth have you been?!” Earth Day is Saturday April 22nd. Starting in the 1970s, this day is used to highlight global conservation and foster an appreciation for the resources the world provides. Whether its participating in a community clean up or

The cherry blossoms have bloomed in Northern Virginia! To celebrate the arrival of Spring, we are featuring a cherry blossom craft to work on speech and language skills. We LOVE using crafts in speech therapy! Crafts are a wonderful way to learn new things and create memories together. They are often incorporated into early childhood