This is such a fun blog post! It's no secret that Speech Language Pathologists love using games and toys in therapy. Today, I am sharing a MASSIVE lists of preschool games and preschool toys that you can use to target a huge range of speech and language therapy goals. From interactive games to educational toys, I have curated a comprehensive list to help speech therapists, teachers, and parents create fun and impactful therapy sessions for preschoolers. Whether you are targeting vocabulary, articulation, or receptive language, these games for kids and toys for kids are sure to be a hit! L ..read more

Over the last four-ish years, I have created A LOT of resources, courses, blogs posts and more! I wanted all the links to be in ONE place, so I have compiled all the resources that can help you here! If you need help saving time, using play in your sessions, supporting parents or teachers, getting organized, or having more FUN in your sessions - make sure to check out what Anna Dee SLP has to offer you! Printable Resources: Over 250 Preschool and Early Elementary Speech Therapy Games, Activities, and Worksheets that have been well thought out and ready to use! Check out my TPT Store h ..read more

Attention speech therapists: Are you seeking dynamic and effective strategies to enhance articulation skills in your young clients, specifically targeting the 'k' sound? Look no further! Our comprehensive list offers a treasure trove of play-based articulation ideas tailored to engage and motivate your students! From interactive games to imaginative activities, each suggestion is carefully crafted to make learning enjoyable and impactful. Dive into our expert-curated resource and unlock a world of creative techniques to elevate your therapy sessions and PLAY while teaching and practicing the ..read more

Looking for Monster Themed books for speech therapy? Look no further! There are so many fun and engaging activities that you can do using books with your preschool and early elementary students. Monsters is a fun and versatile theme to use during October and the weeks after Halloween. with your preschool and kindergarten students. Keep reading for a MASSIVE list of Monster Books that your students are going to love! These are my FAVORITE books for a Monster Themed Speech Therapy session! They are engaging and playful - a must for books for preschoolers. You can listen to them on YouTube (just ..read more

Break the ice and ignite communication skills in preschoolers with these fun and engaging fall-themed speech therapy games. This blog post highlights interactive activities such as 'Pumpkin Patter,' 'Harvest Hunt,' and more, providing a playful environment for language learning and social interaction. Fall is such a versatile theme to use in speech therapy because you can incorporate apples, harvest, pumpkins and more. I'm going to share some of my favourite books, toys, songs, and preschool activities about spring! These activities can be used both during in-person sessions as well as during ..read more

As Speech Therapists, we ALL use standardized tests and we *might also use informal assessments and measures! Here are some reasons why I PREFER informal assessments to standardized tests (I know there is a time and place for formal assessments, but they are only a teeennny part of my assessments!). Informal assessments: Allow for more flexibility (provide breaks, give cues, rephrase/repeat instructions - helps you figure out what the child needs to be successful) Give you opportunities to use cues and prompts to see what helps the child (we need to know more than what a child struggles to d ..read more

Do you struggle with finding ways to make speech therapy more engaging and effective for your patients? You're not alone. Speech therapy can be a challenging task for both kids and therapists, but incorporating themes into sessions can make all the difference. By using themes, therapists can unlock a plethora of benefits, including increased engagement, improved retention, enhanced creativity, customization, and real-world application. In this article, we'll explore four benefits of using themes in speech therapy and how they can change your approach to helping patients achieve their communic ..read more

As Speech Therapists, we all want the best for our students, and ensuring they develop strong communication skills is essential. But did you know that simply encouraging play can be one of the most effective ways to support language development in your preschooler? Not only is it a fun way for your child to learn, but research suggests that play-based learning can have a significant impact on their communication skills. Play-based speech therapy works by using play as a way to engage children in speech and language activities. The therapist will use toys, games, and other activities that the ..read more

As a Speech Language Patholgoist, you know just how challenging it can be to keep your students engaged and motivated throughout their therapy sessions. However, what if Itold you there's a way to make those sessions not only fun, but also incredibly effective? Introducing, dinosaur speech therapy lesson plans! By incorporating these prehistoric creatures into your child's learning experience, you can unleash their inner explorer and help them develop vital language skills. In this article, we'll explore the benefits of using dinosaurs in speech therapy and provide some engaging activities fo ..read more

Preschool speech therapy is so fun because it can include a huge variety of different activities- fine motor, gross motor, play based activities and so much more! Not to mention preschoolers are the CUTEST! But, when you are a new graduate - or a new to Preschool SLP - it can be overwhelming knowing what you need vs. what you want. I am a true believer that less is more! I have bought LOADS of resources and materials that I have never used. Today, I am sharing my favorite resources that I consider to be "must haves" for any preschool SLP because: They can be used in every session. They can b ..read more