Extra Resources:

 

1. Early Language Development:

   - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

     Description: Offers resources on developmental milestones for speech and language skills in children, including interactive tools for tracking developmental progress.

     Source: www.cdc.gov (http://www.cdc.gov)

 

   - American Academy of Pediatrics

     Description: Provides information on early language development and red flags for speech and language delays in children, as well as tips for parents on promoting language skills.

     Source: www.aap.org (http://www.aap.org)

 

2. Parent Education:

   - The Hanen Centre

     Description: Offers resources and programs for parents on promoting language development in young children through responsive interactions, play-based activities, and communication strategies.

     Source: www.hanen.org (http://www.hanen.org)

 

   - Speech and Language Kids

     Description: Provides tips, handouts, and activities for parents to support their child's speech and language development at home.

     Source: www.speechandlanguagekids.com (http://www.speechandlanguagekids.com)

 

3. Play-Based Therapy:

   - Play on Words

     Description: Offers resources and ideas for play-based therapy activities for children, including games, toys, and creative play ideas to target speech and language goals.

     Source: www.playonwords.com (http://www.playonwords.com)

 

   - Super Duper Publications

     Description: Provides play-based therapy materials, games, and resources for speech-language pathologists working with children, including fun and engaging activities to promote speech and language skills.

     Source: www.superduperinc.com (http://www.superduperinc.com)

 

4. Social Communication Skills:

   - Social Thinking

     Description: Offers resources and programs for children and adults on social communication skills, including strategies for improving social interactions, perspective-taking, and understanding social cues.

     Source: www.socialthinking.com (http://www.socialthinking.com)

 

   - The Zones of Regulation

     Description: Provides resources and activities for children to develop emotional regulation and social communication skills, including tools for teaching self-awareness, self-regulation, and social problem-solving.

     Source: www.zonesofregulation.com (http://www.zonesofregulation.com)