Consonant Digraphs: What They Are and How They Work
Michelle Are you struggling to help your child learn to read? Do you find yourself getting confused by all the different terms like consonant digraphs, phonics, and phonemes? If so, you’re…
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What are Underextension and Overextension in Linguistics?
In linguistics, the terms “underextension” and “overextension” are used to describe how children learn words and categorize objects. Underextension occurs when a child uses a word too narrowly, applying it…
What is Echolalia? Understanding the Repetitive Speech Phenomenon
If you or someone you know has ever repeated words or phrases that they have heard from others, they may have experienced echolalia. Echolalia is a language disorder that involves…
How Many Words by 18 Months? A Guide to Your Toddler’s Language Development
By 18 months, children typically start to say their first words, a milestone that is eagerly anticipated by parents and caregivers. While every child is unique and develops at their…
What are the Possible Causes of Speech Delay?
If you are a parent or caregiver of a child who is experiencing speech delays, you may be wondering what could be causing this delay. While every child develops at…
The Best Types of Toys for Speech Therapy and Autism
Toys can be a fun and effective tool for speech therapy, especially when working with children with autism. Incorporating toys into speech therapy sessions can make the experience more engaging…
Heavy Metal Detox for Speech Delay – Is there any Evidence?
Speech delay can have various causes, including genetic factors, developmental disorders, environmental influences and hearing loss. In recent years however, there has been a focus on a connection between heavy…
G Words in Speech Therapy – G Word Lists, Activities & Teaching Tips
When you’re working on helping your child with their speech and articulation, it’s essential to focus on specific sounds to improve their skills. One of the critical sounds in speech…
Autism or Speech Delay: Understanding the Key Differences for Early Intervention
As a parent or caregiver, it’s natural to worry when your child’s speech development seems to be lagging behind. Speech delays are quite common, but they can sometimes be a…
Short OO Words – Examples & Rule for the Short OO Sound
Learn all about the short oo words rule and get free resources to practise with your child.