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City and Country Still Collaborating

December 17, 2015 Stephanie Sigal M.A. CCC-SLP

As therapists, we all have stories of working as an interdisciplinary team. In our story, it was co-treatment that brought us together, and the reason why we are still in touch today. Our co-therapy relationship has naturally affected us professionally, but personally as … [Read more...]

Articulation, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy Manhattan, speech, speech therapy

Language Development: Pronouns

April 16, 2014 Stephanie Sigal M.A. CCC-SLP

How can I help my three-year-old understand and use pronouns such as: I, me, you, my, and mine?  It can be confusing! I usually respond with a question:  Are you using pronouns when you speak to your toddler? Do you make comments or requests such as: Mommy: "Give mommy … [Read more...]

Language, Language Delay language, language development milestones, speech, speech therapy

Expanding Language Skills

January 29, 2014 pixeljuice

My daughter says "yes" and "no" a lot.  How can I help her expand her answers? Ask good questions!  Your child may not have the vocabulary to tell you what she wants for lunch, but giving her the opportunity to try will help her expand her language skills. … [Read more...]

Language, Language Delay language, Manhattan, speech, speech therapy

Kindergarten Admissions: Articulation & Literacy

January 14, 2014 Stephanie Sigal M.A. CCC-SLP

While some English sounds emerge later than others, why is it beneficial to address articulation before kindergarten? In Manhattan, speaking clearly, having a vast vocabulary, and using appropriate grammatical skills are critical for private school kindergarten admission.  At … [Read more...]

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Kindergarten Admissions Interview: Grammar

January 6, 2014 Stephanie Sigal M.A. CCC-SLP

“Schoolhouse Rock” songs and cartoons try to make learning fun, but (conjunction!) the grammar tunes will be over your four-year-olds' head, and aren’t exactly what they need to know. Have you ever thought about the grammar your child is expected to exhibit at a Manhattan … [Read more...]

Kindergarten Prep, Language, Speech Therapy Admissions, Interview, Kindergarten, Kindergarten Prep, language, Manhattan, speech

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