In the early grades, children learn to sound out words listening for individual sounds. As they get older, they learn that two or three letters together can make one sound. These blends can come at th … read more

It is not uncommon for kids in the early stages of learning to read to have difficulty blending (combining sounds) and segmenting (separating) sounds. This is an early hurdle in reading development bu … read more

Is the conversation in the image above familiar to you? Maybe you have a child, student, or loved one who communicates like this? Are the words “huh” or “what” a daily occurrence when speaking?In the … read more

Just like fashion frenzies, language often takes on trends. I recall watching old Westerns when I was younger and hearing, “Come an’ git’it, it’s time for chow” as a dinner announcement. Depending on … read more

[Editor’s Note: This article was first published in August 2019.] If you watch television, are on social media, listen to the radio, or read magazines, you have likely seen dozens of advertiseme … read more

Conversation hearts are so much more than a sweet treat! These heart-shaped, sugary concoctions are a fantastic multisensory tool. Below are multiple activities you can do with them to incorporate som … read more