PediaSpeech Blog
News, announcements, and feature articles of interest to our PediaSpeech families
Reading Aloud
Reading aloud to children is vital because it helps them acquire the information and skills they need in life: Knowledge of printed letters and words, and the relationship between sound and printThe meaning of words.How books work, and a variety of writing styles.The world in which they live.The difference between written language and everyday conversation.The…
Read MoreMyths about Autism
Myth! Children with autism never make eye contact.Many children with autism establish eye contact. It may be less than or different from the typical child, but they do look at people, smile, and express many other wonderful non-verbal communications. Myth! Inside a child with autism is a genius.The myth that a genius is hidden in…
Read MoreOccupational Therapy Tips for Homework Success
Set up a work station at home that is designated for homework. The station should be clear of clutter and extraneous noises such as TV, video games, and radio. This structured area limits distractions and provides a well-organized environment for work. Encourage your child to sit in a firm chair with his or her feet…
Read MorePhoto Friday
Here is Max working hard with his therapist, Carly. Our days are always brightened when Max comes into the office!
Read MoreASA Autism/Asperger Conference
7th Annual ASA-Greater GeorgiaAutism/Asperger ConferenceTuesday & Wednesday, March 22-23, 2011Gwinnett Convention Center, Duluth, GA The Greater Georgia Chapter of The Autism Society of America will hold our seventh annual conference, March 22-23, 2011, focused on providing current resources and information on autism and related disorders. The conference will feature presentations and workshops by top autism…
Read MoreCommunity Event – Sensory Friendly Film
Saturday, January 8, 2011, 10:00am“Gulliver’s Travels”AMC Discover Mills 18, AMC Phipps Plaza 14, andAMC Southlake 24Click here for more information.
Read MoreGetting Your Child to Love Reading
Kathryn Perkinson of the U.S. Department of Education states that “kids will learn reading skills in school, but often they come to associate reading with work, not pleasure. As a result, they lose their desire to read. And it is that desire—the curiosity and interest—that is the cornerstone to using reading and related skills successfully.…
Read MoreMusic and Language Development
In her Exchange article “Early Brain Development Research Review and Update,” Pam Schiller notes new thinking on the link between music and language… “Linguists, psychologists, and neuro-scientists have recently changed their long held opinion about the relationship between speaking and singing. The latest data show that music and language are so intertwined that an awareness…
Read MoreFor Kids: Why Exercise is Cool!
Kids exercise all the time without even thinking of it. Just being active, like when you run around outside or play kickball at school, is a kind of exercise. What else counts as exercise? Playing sports, dancing, doing push-ups, and even reaching down to touch your toes. When you exercise, you’re helping build a strong…
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