http://www.supershowrooms.com/children-dictionary-book/
Toys and books to help with speech delay?
I am going to be a nanny for a 2.5 year old with a speech delay. He receives speech therapy weekly and has exercises to do at home, but I am interested in learning about other things that have encouraged speech development in children with speech delays. I have a babys first dictionary with pictures of all sorts of common things we can look at, as well as books with lots of textures. What are some other toys, books, and activities that you can reccomend?
Literally any toy or activity can be used as a therapy tool. The most important aspect is the language you as the adult use with him. Talk about what you’re doing, what he’s doing, what is going on in the world around him. Talk, talk, talk!!! The idea is to provide him as language-rich of an environment as possible.
Young children frequently have a hard time making the connection between pictures in a book and items in real life, so while it’s wonderful that you want to expose him to books, they may or may not be effective for him. Brightly colored toys, child-size household items (dolls, pretend food, etc.), cars & trucks, animals… anything that he can use to create a story or scene would be great. You want to give him the opportunity to make his own games and play rather than hand him an automatic toy that “plays” for him.
When working with a child who has a speech disorder, it is tempting to try to correct every mis-spoken sound that comes out of his mouth. This can become very frustrating for him and can actually work against the entire therapy process. Be sure to communicate with the speech pathologist about what sounds or patterns are being currently targeted in therapy and support those targets. Choose one or two times a day that you will specifically encourage better speech, like during dinner or when in the car. During the rest of the day just model good speech skills, but try not to nag the little guy at the risk of causing a lot of unnecessary frustration.
Best of luck & I applaud you for trying to help out your newest charge in every way possible!
Curious George’s Dictionary for the iPhone & iPod Touch
|
|
The Amazing Book DVD (Ages 2 -10) $9.95 Join Doc, Revver, and Dewey Decimole as they explore the stories of the Bible and why they are so important. Catchy, upbeat tunes will get children singing as they learn and gain a love for the most amazing Book ever written! DVD/25 min. / Color / Animated / |
|
|
Pahappahooey Island -The Secret of the Book Episode 3 $12.99 The Secret of the Book is another hair-raising voyage in the ongoing Pahappahooey Island adventures series. With the Book found and the ill wind calmed, Pahappahooey is now safe from danger. It seemed that Ali and the gang had completed their task—until they learned of the Great Commission. Summoned by the Elders of Pahappahooey, the crew of the Tootie Marie discover that the Book contains a secret message. The Elders believe this message may hold a special command that teaches them what to do with the Book. Chosen by the Elders themselves, Ali, Hobbs, Hacksaw, Fernando, and Millard embark on a new mission to find the secret message of the Book and deliver its wisdom to the Elders. Little do they know, however, that the evil snake Ichabone Slink and his sneaky henchman, Flinch, are scheming to defeat their plans. This pair of dastardly villains will stop at nothing to keep our explorers from discovering the Book’s message. Filled with new characters, colorful settings, and fun songs, The Secret of the Book is certain to thrill and inspire children of all ages. Take part in this exciting journey and discover, along with Ali and her friends, the great mysteries of the Book. VHS/Full Color/Approx. 30 minutes |
|
|
Cedarmont Kids -Song Book Collection Vol. 2 $6.95 This songbook includes easy piano accompaniment, guitar chords, and other tools designed to make them helpful and easy to use. Contains all the songs from the Hymns, School Days, Toddler Tunes and Preschool Songs recorded products. This song book makes a great addition to the Cedarmont kids audios and videos. For a complete song listing, see the videos with the same titles. |
|
|
Cedarmont Kids -Song Book Collection Vol. 1 $6.95 This songbook includes easy piano accompaniment, guitar chords, and other tools designed to make them helpful and easy to use. Contains all the songs from the Bible Songs, Action Bible Songs, Sunday School Songs, Songs of Praise and Silly Songs recorded products. This song book makes a great addition to the Cedarmont kids audios and videos. |
|
|
The Amazing Bible Series in a 3 DVD Set (Ages 2 -10) $24.95 Now you can enjoy All 3 Amazing Bible Series DVDs in one Special Gift Pack. A Great Value and your kids will love’em.Sold above separately for $9.95 each or $24.95 for the set. You Save almost $5.00 on the whole set.Now Only $24.95With Grammy nominated songs for kids!Introducing a captivating, fully-animated series with Rever, who teaches children about the world’s best selling Book! “It’s a message of love from above!” Contains:Amazing Book, Amazing Miracles, Amazing Children DVDs |
|
|
Musical Kits -The Easter Miracle with CD Accompaniment $44.99 Through the Eyes of the Children Contains: * Stereo (Listening) Cassette * Music and Script Book * Accompaniment CD (Stereo Instrumental plus Sound Effects) An easy childrens’ Easter musical, complete with characters, costuming suggestions, production notes, narration, scripture readings. The miracle of Easter is central to the testimony of any Christian. What good news! Jesus not only died for our sins, but rose from the dead so that we can have eternal life with Him! Through the telling of the Easter miracle, both children and adults will learn to more easily recognize the presence of our risen Lord. (It may also be performed with no costuming or set.) Alive, Alive (Processional) Tell Me the Story of Jesus Jesus Loves the Little Ones Everybody Ought to Love Jesus He Is Lord Children, Jesus Loves You Praise Him! Praise Him! Christ the Lord Is Risen Today (Audience Sing-Along) Alive, Alive, (Reprise) |
