As parents, we all know that the winter months in the Midwest can be a real challenge, especially when it comes to keeping our little ones active and engaged. The cold,
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The 4th of July is a day of celebration and excitement, but for children with sensory challenges, it can be overwhelming. Loud noises, bright lights, and crowded spaces can create
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It’s that time of year! Holiday shopping is in full swing and we are sharing our favorite skill-building, super fun toys and products. At Beyond Speech we love to play
When our kids are learning to write, they are practicing a complex set of skills that are all coming together for one purpose. As children learn how to properly write
Raising kids to be independent, self-sufficient and confident is every parent’s goal. Teaching and modeling important life skills for our children is a big part of fostering that independence! At
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Summer is here! We’re ready for lazier days, sleeping in, family vacations and backyard bbq’s! But just because we’re out of the school year routine doesn’t mean we can’t play
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Who doesn’t love a good spring cleaning!? As the weather warms and windows open, it’s the best time to clear out the winter dust and grim. It’s also easy to
What could be more of a simple and kid-approved activity than stacking blocks?! This simple kind of play does awesome things for a child’s motor development! From a young age,
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What Is Executive Functioning, Why It Is So Important and How We Can Support Our Kiddos Executive functioning is a term you may have heard from one of your
A Soothing Spa Day Doesn’t Have to Be Just For The Adults For any of us who have spent the day, or even a few hours, at a spa