Books are one of the most powerful tools we use in speech therapy, and it’s not just about reading the words on the page. Storybooks help children build vocabulary, comprehension, sentence structure, and social communication in meaningful, engaging ways. Here’s how we use books to...
Naomi Miller is currently in preschool and getting ready for the exciting transition to kindergarten next year! She is one of the sweetest, most hardworking little girls! Naomi comes to speech therapy with the biggest smile and is always eager to participate in any and...
Winter break brings a welcome pause from the busy routines of school, a chance to rest, recharge, and spend time with family. But for children receiving speech and language therapy, those few weeks away from structured sessions can also lead to a bit of a...
Family dinners are about more than sharing a meal, they’re also a powerful opportunity to build your child’s communication skills. Between bites and laughter, natural conversation can help children expand vocabulary, strengthen sentence structure, and become more confident speakers. Everyday Moments, Big Language Gains Language...
At the heart of every strong relationship—whether at school, work, or home—is communication. At our Charlotte-based speech and language therapy practice, we believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to express themselves clearly and confidently. That’s why we're dedicated to helping children and adults improve...
At CLADS, we specialize in speech and language therapy that’s personalized, compassionate, and rooted in evidence-based practices. Whether your child is working on articulation, language development, social communication, or fluency — we’re here to walk alongside your family every step of the way. 🗣️ Services...
How to work on articulation skills with your child: Practice a little bit each day: take 10-15 minutes a day to work on your child’s speech sounds with them. Consistency is key! Model your child’s sounds: if your child incorrectly produces their speech sound, model...
Did you know- It is recommended that children under the age of 2, should not be exposed to screen time? For children aged 2 to 5 years, the Health Department recommends limiting screen time to 1 hour per day. Ways screen time can negatively impact...
Friendly reminder, you can always work on speech and language development!! Try asking your child open-ended questions about their day! Open ended questions will help you learn more about their day, increase their conversational skills, and enhance your relationship with them. Below are some open-ended...
If your child is non-verbal, communication is different for them. Here are ways we can communicate with them and they can learn to communicate their wants and needs more effectively. Learning and teaching your child different ways of communication, decreases frustration when your child is...