Introducing Rare Vocabulary with Big Words for Little Paleontologists
October 21, 2024
Use the Hanen strategy, “Shoot for the SSTaRS” to help your child learn the kinds of higher-level words that prepare them for school success.
School Readiness Tips October 2024
October 16, 2024
The best way to build a child’s language is to have conversations that go back and forth a number of times whenever you’re together. Children who have more conversations with adults develop better language skills and are more successful at school. Here are some fun ideas for you to try.
Tips for Supporting Dual Language Learners in Early Childhood Settings
September 23, 2024
It can be challenging to know how best to support dual language learners in the classroom, especially if you don’t speak a child’s home language. Here are four tips to help you create a supportive learning environment for these children.
Four Common Myths About Early Literacy
September 09, 2024
Don’t let these four common myths about early literacy get in the way of preparing your child for literacy success. Find out what the research really says abut how you can best support your child’s learning.
Point Out Print to Support Your Child's Early Literacy
September 05, 2024
One of the key skills that lay the foundation for your child's literacy success is print knowledge. Here are five tips for helping your child learn about print throughout the day.
Incorporating Pretend with Billie and Bean at the Beach
August 15, 2024
When we support children to act out a story, we encourage them to think more deeply about the events and characters in the book, which deepens their understanding. Here are a few tips for adding pretend to your book sharing with children.
School Readiness Tips August 2024
August 15, 2024
Talking about the first sounds in words builds a child’s sound awareness. This helps lay the foundation for later reading and writing! Use these fun tips to draw children’s attention to the sounds in words.
What Do Families Think About the Online More Than Words® Program?
July 16, 2024
While the More Than Words® Program for parents of autistic children used to be offered in person only, many Hanen Certified SLPs now also offer it online. But what do parents think of the virtual version of the program? The Hanen Centre partnered with researchers at Western University to find out.
School Readiness Tips July 2024
July 15, 2024
You can prepare children for learning to read and write by pointing out print that they can see all around them. By pointing out print in the environment, you help them learn that print communicates just like spoken words do. Try these fun tips to highlight print throughout the day.