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March 4, 2019

9 March 2019, Article, News, Newsletter, SLP

[Source: Medical X-Press] How is our speech shaped by what we hear? The answer varies, depending on the make-up of our brain’s pathways, a team of neuroscientists has found. The research, which maps how we synchronize our words with the rhythm of…...

Working With Dually Classified Learners

March 4, 2019

9 March 2019, Newsletter, SLP

[Source: Edutopia] Many students in special education struggle with language. Those diagnosed with special needs who are also English language learners (ELLs) have specific, unique needs. These dually classified learners are identified with a disability and are eligible for both special education…...

25 Spring Picture Books!

February 28, 2019

2 March 2019, Newsletter, Tip or Resource

[Source: No Time for Flash Cards] My crocuses are up which means one thing. Spring is on its way! I thought I would gather some of the Spring books I will be sharing with my students as well as other favorites…...

February 28, 2019

2 March 2019, Job, Newsletter, SLP

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Does your dream job include a coastal destination? If so, check out this Full-time Pediatric Outpatient Speech-Language Pathologist opportunity located in Savannah, GA. Take a stroll down Savannah Beach or get your…...

Vestibular System Tools and Toys

February 27, 2019

2 March 2019, OT, Tip or Resource

[Source: Pre-K Pages] The vestibular system is all about balance and movement, or spatial awareness. One of the seven different systems under the sensory processing umbrella, the vestibular system helps children use their hands, eyes, and ears together to develop spatial awareness. These tools…...

St. Patrick’s Day Fine Motor Craftivity

February 27, 2019

19 February 2021, Fine Motor Skills, Newsletter, Tip or Resource

Editor’s Note: We love this fine motor craft which involves threading beads, fine motor manipulation of pipe cleaners, and hand strengthening (squeezing glitter glue) [Source: Carrots are Orange] I received this great package of craft supplies from Craft Project Ideas filled with…...

February 27, 2019

3 March 2019, News, Newsletter, OT, School Psych

[Source: Science Daily] Columbia neuroscientists have revealed that a simple brain region, known for processing basic sensory information, can also guide complex feats of mental activity. The new study involving mice demonstrated that cells in the somatosensory cortex, the brain area responsible…...

February 27, 2019

2 March 2019, Newsletter, SLP

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 If you are a Speech-Language Pathologist who is looking to work in a variety of pediatric settings and expand your scope of practice, this is a position for you! We are seeking…...

February 27, 2019

2 March 2019, Job, Newsletter, PT

JO-1902-7026-11 Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 We are searching for a WA licensed and ESA certified Physical Therapist for a short-term maternity leave contract assignment beginning in early April and ending in mid June in the Seattle area.…...

February 26, 2019

2 March 2019, Newsletter, Tip or Resource

Here are 20 Fun St. Patrick’s Day themed Would You Rather Questions from Rachel Lynette of Minds in Bloom to use with your students. These are great discussion starters for when you have a few extra minutes. Download it today through our…...