By Rachel Arntson, M.S., CCC-SLP Speech-Language Pathologist Practice! That’s what children often need to improve their speech and language skills. But where do … READ MORE
Language Delay
Alpaca Pearl Packs for Peru is loved!
Now it is loved in Norway! When I get emails from customers about how they love my products, it fills my heart. Many people have contacted me about my recent children's book. Alpaca Pearl Packs for Peru is … READ MORE
A Gesture for Young Children Became Prevalent during the Pandemic
Last weekend, my hubby and I stumbled upon a very small cafe in Little Falls, Minnesota and decided to go there for breakfast. When we walked in, every table was taken. We stood there for a moment when a grandma … READ MORE
Routines-Based Intervention and Parent Coaching include Direct Teaching
If you are reading this blog post, you are very likely familiar with early intervention or birth to three programming. I have been a speech-language pathologist since 1980, and the last 25 years of my career I … READ MORE
Helping Your Child With Speech and Language Therapy at Home
An evaluation from a speech language pathologist is helpful to determine your child’s strengths and weaknesses. There are many components of communication, from understanding language (receptive language) to using … READ MORE
Alpaca Pearl engages kids for learning at a neighborhood story time.
Have you ever witnessed an incredible teacher at work? I had the honor of doing that today. Jeanette Lapore, an early childhood teacher, uses her summer to lead story time in her front yard. She has had up to 45 … READ MORE