I have to admit that I inherited pages and pages of probes (aka “drill and kill” lists) when I started at my school 14 years ago. There seemed to be one or more for every language concept imaginable. I tried to use them a few times, but they took over multiple sessions and I… Read more
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Super Social Skills
This freebie is a great way to start talking about super goals for the day, lesson, or year! Plus, it can be individualized or made into a group activity. Brainstorm what super social skills you already have and then come up with goals for new ones to learn! Note: Super Social Skills has been completely… Read more
What’s In My Cart? Back to School Sale!
I am so excited that the Back to School sale is happening soon! In fact, I’m going to bring my computer camping with me (and then run off to a coffee shop to get internet) just so I can shop next Monday and Tuesday! All of my materials will be 20% off (and up to… Read more
Paperwork, paperwork, paperwork
Getting ready to go back to school?? Me too. I am excited about seeing the students. But, oh, the paperwork sure gets overwhelming quickly! I think I could safely say that 40% of my job is paperwork. And from what I understand, that may be more for health-care based SLPs. Fortunately, I tend to be… Read more
Effective Routines in the Speech Room
I’ve had a desire for several years to make my 30 minute therapy sessions more routine oriented. I want students to know what to expect when they get to speech. I want them to start working as soon as they enter the room, while I frantically gather the rest of my materials. I want them… Read more
5 Tips for Running a Social Skills Group (Ages 7-11)
Last year, my special education teacher and myself ended up running 3 different social skills groups. They were separated by grade level for scheduling reasons, and each had five students. That’s fifteen social skills students on IEPs in an elementary school! We met on Fridays in the special education classroom. I provided the materials and… Read more
Planning makes perfect!
What I thought was going to a be a cute little project to help me get organized turned into a massive creation. But I am SUPER excited about it and can’t wait to share! A planner a new type of product for me, but the things I’m most excited about it are: – It’s adorable…. Read more
The Gardener (Speech/Language Book Companion)
I’ve wanted to create a book companion for this book for years. It’s been one of my favorites to read alone or with my older children and I just know that my students will love it as well. (amazon affiliate link) The Gardener is a Caledcott Honor picture book written all in the form of… Read more
What’s in Your Cart Linky Party!
Hurray!! A sale at last! My cart is starting to fill up and I know I have so many more things to add! Here are my SLP suggestions for your cart from some of my besties: This is such a brilliant idea that I’m embarrassed that I didn’t think of it first: Story in a… Read more
The Three Snow Bears
I absolutely adore Jan Brett stories. The illustrations, vocabulary, and story make them top notch. Not surprisingly, I have developed many Speech Therapy Book Companions to go with her books. I decided a few months ago that I wanted to update my book companions, beginning with hers. But before I did this massive overhaul, I… Read more
Lunar New Year Bundle
Did you know that over 20% of the world’s population lives in China? Did you know that 75% of my family is Asian? How much do you and your students know about Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese culture? This year Chinese Lunar New Year is February 19th. Get your caseload ready for the biggest celebration in… Read more
Language Informal Assessment
An interview with the Super Author/Creator: Reporter: Good evening Miss Super Woman. I have a copy of your brand new “Language Informal Assessment” and I’d love to ask you a few questions. May I? Super Woman: Sure. Ask away. Reporter: I’m wondering why you created this product and how it will help you within your… Read more
Pretend Language
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Why do we pretend? Why imagine beyond the here, now, and yesterday when talking? Kim has a fabulous post all about the benefits of pretend play on early language development and I’d like to add to this point to discuss the amazing things pretend language does for elementary-aged children…. Read more
January Speech Lesson Plans 2015
Hurray! Only one more week of school before winter break! But that means…. time to start planning for January NOW! Here’s what I’ll be doing in January. Feel free to download my FREE lesson plans here. I have combined paid and free products along with crafts and other ideas. As an extra gift, I have… Read more
