10 Key Benefits of Speech Therapy For Kids

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Speech therapy for kids offers invaluable support for children facing communication challenges. Beyond improving speech clarity, speech therapy provides a range of benefits that support children’s social, academic, and personal growth. Here’s a look at ten essential benefits of speech therapy for kids and how it helps them thrive in every area of life. 1. … Read more

Development of Play Skills

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Play is the most important occupation of childhood, and the basis through which children learn all other skills. Read on to learn more about the development of play skills by age. Play Skills by Age 6-12 Months Babies initially participate in exploratory play where they touch, shake, bang, taste, and throw objects to see what … Read more

Development of Social Emotional Skills

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Social Emotional Skills are help us interact with other people around us, and are important predictors of long-term success. But how do you know if your child is on track? Check out our guide to the development of social emotional skills to see what to expect at different ages. Social Emotional Skills by Age Under … Read more

Development of Throwing Skills

Throwing a ball is a complex skill that develops over time. Read on for more information about the typical development of throwing skills and fun activities to improve throwing. Why is throwing important? Throwing strengthens several key areas of development, including: Typical progression of Skills Around 12 Months – Begins experimenting with throwing, often throwing … Read more