Gestures and signs are a great way to support language development. Whether you're curious about incorporating gestures or seeking valuable tips to kickstart this journey, our dedicated team of speech and language therapists is here to support.
"I Spy" offers numerous benefits within its captivating world! This is one of our therapists' favourites! Engaging in this 'I Spy' game can expand your child's word knowledge, sharpen their attention, and enhance their visual perception. It can also develop their...
The little words in sentences hold lots of meaning. Little words such as the, is, to, for, and that help us to make longer sentences that are easier for others to understand. To help children use little words in sentences, you can: Repeat children’s sentences and add...
Pointing is the beginning of a child’s understanding that what he is thinking is independent of another person’s thoughts. In other words, a child starts to recognize that the thoughts in his mind are only in his mind, and he needs to ‘do something’ in order to share...
Receptive and expressive language skills play a significant role in a child's development. Developing both skills are vital to support the child to participate fully and independently in their daily activities.
Speech and language are two distinct but closely related concepts. Sometimes we may struggle with speech, language, or both. It is important to understand the difference between speech and language in order to address any issues that may arise. If your child is...
Exposure to two languages has many benefits as it requires attention and flexibility in switching between languages, especially in young children whose brains are in its most flexible stage. For more information, please contact our SLT team. References:...
Have you thought of growing herbs in your kitchen, indoor plants, or balcony? Gardening is a healthy and fun activity for children. Here are some therapeutic benefits of gardening:
Have you ever heard a child repeat a sentence or two from a cartoon they’d watched? Or perhaps say a phrase the exact same way each time? Our Speech Language Therapist Mindy explains that gestalt language processors are children who typically use scripts and learnt...
Do you feel your voice straining after speaking for some time? To take care of your voice, we have 10 tips for a healthy voice. Voice hygiene is important for everyone, our voices being one if our main used methods of communication everyday. Tip 1. Learn how to use...