Types of Figurative Language
Figurative language is a form of expression that uses nonliteral meanings to convey a more abstract meaning or message. There are many types, including: similes, metaphors, idioms, hyperboles, and personification.
Expressive Language
Thanksgiving Mad Libs
Thanksgiving-themed, fun, and free activities that target speech, language, and communication skills are great for therapy sessions, the classroom, and at home!
Core Words vs. Fringe Words
Core words and fringe words: we’ve all heard a lot about them but what is the difference and how are they relevant when it comes to communication?
Why SLPs Should Use Questionnaires (with sample questions)
Parents, caregivers, and teachers should have opportunities to provide input about an individual’s skills when a speech-language pathologist (SLP) is completing a comprehensive assessment. This post covers what types of questions SLPs can ask parents, caregivers, and teachers.
Speech Therapy Goal Bank for Measurable Treatment Goals: Best of Therapy Tools! August 2021
Mix-and-match goals with our Speech Therapy Master Goal Bank! Bonus AAC goals included. Download it here or on our TpT page.
AAC Assessment Tools
More AAC assessment tools have become available in recent years (and they keep growing!). One thing to take note of is that dynamic assessment is key for best practice when evaluating the pediatric population. In this post, we also share links to various AAC evaluation and progress measures.
The Common Core and Speech Therapy
In this post, we will discuss the Common Core State Standards Initiative and what speech-language pathologists (SLPs) need to know about it.
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