Leveling the playing field with apps

Here are three iPad apps that can offer an easy way for parents to encourage speech and language skills in toddlers with communication delays. "Simple cause and effect apps are perfectly age appropriate for this group. Let’s look at some simple ways to use these apps to encourage expressive language."

 

>  Peek-a-Boo Barn:  " A much loved app by many therapists. A great place to start with this app is to imitate the noise the animals make when they appear. Children’s first sounds for words include M, B, P, W."

 

> Furry Friend:  "Lenord is a sweet furry friend who can repeat what you say. This is great for our little ones working on communication."

 

> Zoo Train:  "a bit more advanced and more appropriate for your 3-4 year old. It’s a great example of an opportunity to use environmental sounds."

 

Thank you Jenna for sharing these apps!