PediaSpeech July 22, 2011
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School Tips for Parents: Academic Success and Social Participation
Occupational therapy can help students succeed in academic performance and social participation. In the school setting, occupational therapists support academic and non-academic outcomes, including social skills, math, reading, writing, recess, participation in sports, self-help skills, prevocational or vocational participation, and more. The goal is for students to build upon their
PediaSpeech July 21, 2011
Occupational Therapy & Autism
Autism is a developmental disability that affects how the brain functions. People with autism may have a difficult time relating to the outside world and may have unusual reactions to the people around them. People with autism may demonstrate aggressive behavior that may cause injury to themselves or others. The
Tiffany Woodcock July 14, 2011
PediaSpeech July 8, 2011
Using Photo Books to Increase Vocabulary, Grammar, and Narrative Skills
Looking for summer activities to help kids with language skills? ASHAsphere blogger Becca Jarzynski suggests using photo books to increase vocabulary, grammar, and narrative skills. “Making photo books with your kids is a fabulous way to help increase their language skills. It matters not if you are a mom simply
PediaSpeech July 7, 2011
Sensory Integration
Sensory Processing (sometimes called “Sensory Integration”) refers to the way the nervous system receives messages from the senses and turns them into appropriate motor and behavioral responses. A child with SPD finds it difficult to process and act upon information received through the senses. This can create everyday problems such
PediaSpeech July 1, 2011
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PediaSpeech June 30, 2011
Tiffany Woodcock June 24, 2011
Especially for toddlers – Looking at Books Together: Storytelling & Listening
Before a child reads on her own, she needs to share books with adults. Shared reading is one way to become aware of the rules about printed material. Reading to toddlers improves their understanding of both printed material and oral language. This article includes ideas to help strengthen your toddler’s
PediaSpeech June 23, 2011
PediaSpeech June 17, 2011
How to Read Books with Children with Language Delay
“Reading books with your child can provide experiences and vocabulary that he or she may not be exposed to on a daily basis. Experience allows children to gain understanding. When a child understands vocabulary and situations, he or she has the foundation to use these words in verbal language. Always
PediaSpeech June 17, 2011
Tiffany Woodcock June 10, 2011