Two great early books for your young toddler or preschooler. These are tried and true favorite books you may already have in your library. Listen for more tips of HOW to read these with a child that encourages speech and language development in an fun, and engaging way! Toot Toot Beep Beep by Emma Garcia Barnyard Dance by Sandra Boynton Every Friday Kim and Mary share their favorite of a certain category - books, games, art supplies, outdoor toys, music...the list goes on! Look for Friday Favori...
Apr 21, 2023•11 min
Professional Spotlight: Courtney Tulbert, MS, CCC-SLP is an incredible Fort Worth Speech Pathologist well known for her creativity working with children in the home. Courtney is so fun and personable and has a passion for making sure parents can easily incorporate speech and language skills into their day to day lives with their kids. It's no wonder families easily welcome her into their homes! Courtney talks to us about why she loves going into the home, ways she works with parents, caregivers ...
Apr 12, 2023•40 min
Blocks are such an important toy that helps build imagination skills. There are ALL types of blocks! We discuss our favorites and what skills you can target with blocks. From simple requesting and working on the word "up," to prepositions, patterns and how to encourage creative play, this episode is full of great information to use at home or in a session with your kids! About Friday Favorites: Every Friday Kim and Mary share their favorite of a certain category - books, games, art supplies, out...
Mar 31, 2023•20 min
Most everyone has bubbles, and there are so many different ways to work on bubbles. In this episode we talk about how to use something you already have at home to target 5 different speech and language skills: -Requesting -Fill ins -Actions -Describing -Creating phrases About Friday Favorites: Every Friday Kim and Mary share their favorite of a certain category - books, games, art supplies, outdoor toys, music...the list goes on! Look for Friday Favorites "FF" in the title for more of these shor...
Mar 24, 2023•14 min
Professional Perspective: Bailey Peresh, a Fort Worth Interior Designer, is today's guest sharing her insight into creating spaces in the home that are purposeful and functional for families with kids. Bailey is a graduate from Baylor University, and after working in the corporate design world, she created her own residential company in order to bring a personal and creative element to her work. Bailey helps families design homes that are unique and reflective of them. After having her son, Bail...
Mar 21, 2023•29 min
Top 5 tips on how to encourage kids who aren't talking yet. Sometimes speech therapy isn't an option at the moment, or waiting lists or long, or you simply want to see if these interventions work before pursuing a professional. This episode will give 5 tips that are easy to understand and remember. We will also give examples of how to work on them at home. In this episode, we reference back to Episode 6. Listen to that episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1927160/10670829-episode-6-words-in-...
Mar 08, 2023•31 min
These are classic books every family and speech therapist should have on their book shelves! They can easily be used for children who are still learning to be interested in books. Colorful and dynamic illustrations, these books have major opportunities to make them fun and interactive that children will want to read every night! From Head to Toe by Eric Carle Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault About “FF” Friday Favorites: Every Friday Kim and Mary share their favorit...
Mar 03, 2023•18 min
These toys are an absolute must for any child. We find that they are especially loved by kids who enjoy seeing how and why things work! Melissa and Doug Stack and Count Wooden Parking Garage with Cars Wind up Toys If you want to see Kim and Mary in person showing their favorite toys, check out The Speech Source Channel on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsESA0MU5eY9rBCk67rcnagy About “FF” Friday Favorites: Every Friday Kim and Mary share their favorite of a certain category - books, ga...
Feb 24, 2023•15 min
What makes a great spoon when you're looking at starting solid foods with your baby and into the toddler years? In today's episode, we have 3 qualities we think every parent should look for and why. Love what you see? Follow us and share with your friends! @thespeechsource www.thespeechsource.com https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Sellers-Im-Following/Add/Speech-Source-3460 Contact us via DM or email: thespeechsource@gmail.com Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast. We’d love to hear your fee...
Feb 16, 2023•14 min
Melissa and Doug Barn LEGO Duplos About “FF” Friday Favorites: Every Friday Kim and Mary share their favorite of a certain category - books, games, art supplies, outdoor toys, music...the list goes on! Look for Friday Favorites "FF" in the title for more of these short and sweet episodes. Love what you see? Follow us and share with your friends! @thespeechsource www.thespeechsource.com https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Sellers-Im-Following/Add/Speech-Source-3460 Contact us via DM or email: the...
Feb 03, 2023•18 min
Part 2 of Tips for Picky eaters gives 4 more easy to implement strategies to use at home to help maximize opportunities for kids during mealtime. Whether you have a very picky eater or not, these are great ideas to help create a stress free and encouraging environment for mealtime at home. Tune in to Episode 24 if you missed tips 1-4! Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource Also, if you haven't done s...
Jan 25, 2023•30 min
In today's episode we talk about some of our some of our favorite books! The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats LOVE from The Very Hungry Caterpillar About “FF” Friday Favorites: Every Friday Kim and Mary share their favorite of a certain category - books, games, art supplies, outdoor toys, music...the list goes on! Look for Friday Favorites "FF" in the title for more of these short and sweet episodes. Love what you see? Follow us and share with your friends! @thespeechsource www.thespeechsource.com h...
Jan 20, 2023•9 min
Tried and true games our kids and patients LOVE! Kim and Mary talk through why they love these games, how to play them, and how to take it that step further to enhance speech and language development! Pop-up Pirate game Monkey Around the Wiggle and Giggle game About “FF” Friday Favorites: Every Friday Kim and Mary share their favorite of a certain category - books, games, art supplies, outdoor toys, music...the list goes on! Look for Friday Favorites "FF" in the title for more of these short and...
Jan 13, 2023•17 min
With 2022 over, Kim and Mary chat about what they have learned, how they both went through some of the hardest times personally while starting one of the most exciting things professionally, and what remains as their vision and passion for The Speech Source. In this episode they share their hearts, plans and hopes for future, along with what topics they plan to explore next! Listen and subscribe and get ready for a GREAT year of speech, language, feeding play and much more in between! Check out ...
Jan 10, 2023•23 min
In today's episode we talk about some of our favorite pretend play toys! Make sure you listen to the Episode before this, Episode 26, to hear why we love pretend play so much and why it's important for speech and language development. Some of our favorites: Our Generation Brand at Target - The School set, backpack set, school supplies set School calendar and weather pocket chart Melissa and Doug Standing Art Easel Plastic caddy for pencils, markers, stickers, etc. Learning Resources Hand Pointer...
Nov 18, 2022•13 min
Mary and Kim talk about the importance of pretend play, examples of pretend play, and ways to encourage and model pretend play for your kids. Pretend Play ages and stages article referenced: The Land of Make Believe (hanen.org) Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast! You will be the first to know when new episodes release. We would also love fo...
Nov 17, 2022•27 min
We absolutely love art and creating with kids! Having great art supplies can be enjoyable not just for your young artists but also work on speech, language, and even feeding concepts! Here are our top picks: Dauber Dogs Dot Markers Paint by Sticker books Ooly Rainbow Sparkle Metallic Watercolor Gel Crayons Caryola Silly Scents Washable Chisel Tip Markers About “FF” Friday Favorites: Every Friday Kim and Mary share their favorite of a certain category - books, games, art supplies, outdoor toys, m...
Nov 11, 2022•16 min
Part 1 of Tips for Picky eaters gives 4 easy to implement strategies to use at home to help maximize opportunities for kids during mealtime. Whether you have a very picky eater or not, these are great ideas to help create a stress free and encouraging environment for mealtime at home. Stay tuned for Part 2 which will give tips 5-8! Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource Also, if you haven't done so a...
Nov 04, 2022•24 min
Today's special Friday edition is all about dress-up, costumes and why we think it's a great idea to have a collection of these! About “FF” Friday Favorites: Every Friday Kim and Mary share their favorite of a certain category - books, games, art supplies, outdoor toys, music...the list goes on! Look for Friday Favorites "FF" in the title for more of these short and sweet episodes. Love what you see? Follow us and share with your friends! @thespeechsource www.thespeechsource.com https://www.teac...
Oct 28, 2022•10 min
Today we talk with Lindsey Hockel, speech pathologist, influencer, and owner of Speechy Things. Lindsey is an expert in many areas, but in this episode we talk about her expertise in the speech sound "r" and how she landed in that space. We talk about her business Speechy Things, the Teachers pay Teachers platform, motherhood, her mysterious cool-girl side and stint as a barista, and even some minivan discussion. Learn, laugh and see why we LOVE Lindsey Hockel! Info referenced in the episode: Ch...
Oct 25, 2022•49 min
In today's special episode, Mary (our feeding therapy expert!) talks about her favorite allergy friendly treats. She also shares her personal experience with how her family has had to adapt and find certain foods that fit their needs. Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development. From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target. This is a GREAT way to build d...
Oct 21, 2022•11 min
Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development. From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target. This is a GREAT way to build developmentally appropriate little libraries, game closets, toys bins and more! Today we talk about the puzzles: Melissa and Doug Magnetic Wooden Fishing Puzzle Melissa and Doug Latches Board Check out more information and all of our re...
Oct 14, 2022•11 min
Today we talk about the books: The Biggest Pumpkin Surprise Ever What Am I? Halloween Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development. From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target. This is a GREAT way to build developmentally appropriate little libraries, game closets, toys bins and more! Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechso...
Oct 06, 2022•12 min
Parent Perspective: Kellie Wright, mom of 4 and co-owner of Cowtown Clay in Fort Worth, joins Kim and Mary to talk about her experience during and after as a NICU mom. She shares what was most difficult, how she found her support, her journey through therapies, and much more! Check out her company at https://cowtownclay.com Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource Also, if you haven't done so already, ...
Oct 03, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Two of our all time favorite toys, especially for children who LOVE tinkering, opening and closing, puzzles, and wheels. Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development. From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target. This is a GREAT way to build developmentally appropriate little libraries, game closets, toys bins and more! Today we talk about the toys: B. Cr...
Sep 27, 2022•17 min
These games are perfect for learning the early skills of turn taking, winning and losing, good sportsmanship, and early language and conversational skills. Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development. From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target. This is a GREAT way to build developmentally appropriate little libraries, game closets, toys bins and more! ...
Sep 23, 2022•18 min
Meet Lindsay Jones, M.S., CCC-SLP. She is a speech pathologist and owner of The PlaySpace, a drop in playcare space with locations in both Fort Worth and Willow Park. She talks with us today about how she transitioned from the pediatric in-patient setting at a major children's hospital into creating The PlaySpace. What toys work in her setting, what toys don't work, what she looks for in staff, how she sees play amongst mixed age groups and much more! Lindsay's top 5 favorite toys! https://www.t...
Sep 20, 2022•38 min•Ep. 15
This is a very special episode about some REALLY good books for children. Kids' social-emotional health and wellbeing is so important and books can really help facilitate talking about these issues and model ways to self-regulate or ask for help. Kim and Mary talk about their needs for big emotions books for their children based on family life events and share their favorites in hopes that it will help your family too. Today we talk about the books: How Full is your Bucket by Tom Rath Breathe wi...
Sep 16, 2022•35 min•Ep. 14
Super interactive and highly engaging books for toddlers and young children. These are our two favorites! Today we talk about the books: Press Here by Herve Tullet https://amzn.to/3bdJnzH My First Search and Find: Things that Go https://amzn.to/3POLp8r Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development. From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target. This is a GR...
Jul 30, 2022•11 min•Ep. 12
In this episode, Mary and Kim talk about the importance of imitation skills and how they are foundational for speech and language development. Music, games, and all types of examples on how you can increase these skills in a FUN way with your kids! Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast! You will be the first to know when new episodes release. ...
Jul 30, 2022•32 min•Ep. 13
