An 18 month old not talking as her mother sits with her.

18 Month Old Not Talking? How to Make Valuable Progress This Week

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Discover what's typical at 18 months, how to recognize the early signs of a speech delay, and simple, evidence-based ways to encourage communication every day.
Two visuals on a fridge for a child following the gestalt language learning style.

Gestalt Language Learning: 5 Simple Visual Supports That Can Make Life Easier

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Because many gestalt language learners are strong visual learners, visual supports can make language easier to understand, remember, and use.
A teacher singing songs with young children to support scripting and autism.

Scripting and Autism: How to Help Your Child Find Their Voice with Music

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Children who script often learn language in meaningful chunks, called gestalts. Their learning style and love of music makes songs a natural way to support communication.
A gestalt language learner learning to sign "more" in a video.

Gestalt Language Learner? How Video Modeling Leads to Breakthrough Results

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What if your child's obsession with their shows was actually a clue about how they learn? Video modeling may be the way to teach to your child's learning style.
An early intervention teacher demonstrating how core boards aac and a favorite children's song can provide powerful AAC support.

Core Boards AAC for Beginners: How to Use Music for Quick, Powerful Wins

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If you're new to AAC, you may be wondering where to start, what words to focus on, and how to use a core board. One simple answer? Your child’s favorite songs.
A core board AAC system for children with speech delays and language disorders, pictured behind an early intervention teacher.

How Core Board AAC Transforms Communication Into Something Surprisingly Easy

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Many AAC approaches start with requests, but a core board opens the door to much richer communication.
An early intervention teacher and face behind First Words Dance Party® standing in front of fringe vocab words.

Why Fringe Vocab Matters More Than You Think (It May Surprise You)

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Core words get most of the attention in AAC conversations — but fringe vocab might be the missing piece.
A teacher modeling language with an aac core board.

How to Feel Good Using an AAC Core Board (No Experience Needed)

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In this post, you’ll learn what an AAC core board is, who it’s for, and three simple ways to start using one at home—even if you’re brand new to AAC.
A song board for using music in speech therapy.

The Best Song Board for Speech Therapy : 5 Insider Tips to Know Before You Buy

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Song boards can be a powerful way to support understanding, participation, and communication during music time— but not all song boards are created equal.
Printable communication boards for children with speech delays and language disorders.

Printable Communication Boards: 5 Secrets to Know Before You Buy for Better Results

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Before you buy, learn what matters, what doesn’t, and why pairing communication boards with motivating routines can make modeling more natural and effective.
A mother and child engaging in speech therapy home practice.

Speech Therapy Home Practice: 7 Quick, Easy Activities You Need for Success

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Speech therapy home practice doesn’t require bells and whistles. In fact, the best activities are the routines you’re already doing with your child every day.
A toddler looking but not speaking as parents wonder what causes speech delays.

What Causes Speech Delays? 8 Clear Reasons You Absolutely Need to Know

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You’re starting to wonder if something’s wrong. You deserve clear answers— and real ways to support your child in the meantime.