If you are a parent who has a child with a diagnosis of childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) and/or a child who is nonverbal and diagnosed with autism (one, the other, or both) then you will want today’s tips. The similarity here is that in both cases (or combination of cases) a child has limited Continue reading
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Will Using Sign Delay My Child’s Speech?
…NO! Simply put, it will NOT delay your child’s speech. It is a misconceived notion that using sign language with your young child will delay their ability to speak. The research shows quite the opposite and is in support of using sign language to help your child become verbal. In other words, sign language can Continue reading
25 Songs For Autism & Apraxia of Speech
It is time to put on your singing hat…even if you cannot sing! I recently posted this picture on our facebook page so you can be sure that I am no professional singer (even though I sing all day long around kids)! I share this as I need for you to let loose and Continue reading
Repetitive Books: The PERFECT Home Activity For Apraxia Of Speech
Books are often used as a treatment tool in speech and language therapy. But, there is one particular category of books that are highly recommended and beneficial for our little ones with childhood apraxia of speech. So if you have a kiddo with childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), or suspected apraxia of speech, keep reading! Continue reading