Starting kindergarten means communicating with more people, in more situations, throughout the day. Children may need to listen to a teacher in a busy classroom, talk with new classmates, answer questions, follow directions, and explain their ideas or needs. For a child with a speech or language delay, some parts of this may require more effort. A child might have difficulty being understood, need extra time to respond, find longer instructions challenging, or struggle to put their thoughts...

As the school year approaches, many families begin preparing with new backpacks, school supplies, and routines. While academics are important, school readiness goes far beyond knowing letters, numbers, or shapes. For many children, especially younger learners, doing well at school is closely tied to their ability to communicate, regulate emotions, follow directions, and manage everyday routines more independently. Building these skills can help children feel more comfortable and prepared for...

For many parents, one of the biggest concerns is when their child isn’t speaking yet. It can bring up questions, worries, and often a lot of conflicting advice. One common myth that continues to come up is the idea that using gestures, signs, or AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) will delay a child’s speech. The reality is quite the opposite. Supporting communication in different ways doesn’t replace speech, it gives children a way to communicate while they continue developing...