Borrowed from Carrie's Speech Corner:
Sunday, December 16, 2012
Saturday, December 15, 2012
Winter Vowel Freebie
I asked my Facebook followers what kinds of freebies they prefer: stand-alone or samples of larger documents. I got a resounding "stand-alone" response. I probably will still include samples of larger documents sometimes because I think some people enjoy getting to try out games to see if they will work before purchasing them. But I do understand wanting "stand-alone" freebies! So I will continue to do both, but put emphasis on more of what you all want!
Without further ado, this freebie is not as speech-related. I have some kids that seem to have difficulty with vowels this year. Short vowels in particular. I also know kids with apraxia tend to demonstrate difficulty with vowels. I created a winter-themed freebie called "Stick It In A Hat: Short Vowel Sort."
Each "hat" is a different color and a different short vowel:
Mitten colors correspond to the hat (but your students don't have to know that in the beginning):
There are 15 "mitten" cards for each short vowel, which gives you a total of 75 different words. Students draw a mitten, practice saying the word, and then "stick it" in the correct hat! You can bring in 5 different real hats if you want to make this activity more fun!
Get this freebie HERE!
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Write a Postcard & Practice Articulation? Freebie Included!
I remember going on vacation as a kid and really enjoying buying postcards (even if I didn't send them to anyone). So I created Articulation Postcards, which target SH, CH, TH, R, L, R-BLENDS, S-BLENDS, AND L-BLENDS.
There are 20 cards total for SH, CH, TH, R, and L: 5 initial, 5 medial, 5 final and 5 mixed position cards. There are 10 cards each for the blends (initial position only).
Print as many postcard templates as you need on heavy duty paper. When you cute them out, one side is the "front" and the other is the "back." Stamps can be colored, cut out, and glued to the postcards! Add a fun address too!
Give
students a card with the sounds they are working on. There are 4 words (and a
bonus word) involving their sound on each card. Instruct the students to write
sentences using their words. When finished, they read their message aloud using
good articulation! This can also be used with students working on
language/grammar skills. Students can draw a picture of their words (or something of their choice) on the “front”
of the postcard!
I highlighted and underlined the L-words. The sentences can be silly and don't necessarily have to be about going on vacation! The other side is completely blank, so the student can draw whatever they like. These might be great decorations for your speech room! You can send one as homework too!
Postcard templates:
Stamp templates:
Word cards:
To give you a better idea of how this would look, I created an example using a card from the L set:
This would work for students working on grammar/language skills as well. I think my students will have a good time competing to see who can use the bonus word too. If you'd like this activity, you can get it HERE! If you want to test it out, I have posted the SH cards as a freebie HERE!
Monday, December 10, 2012
Chain Letter Link-Up!
This is a rather long post...but worth it because there are FREEBIES!
Keep reading...
I'm new to the blogging world, so I thought it would be fun to do a "chain letter link-up" in an effort to connect all these great SLP/education blogs.
This is how the chain letter will work: I interviewed 4 bloggers, who will in turn interview 2 more. Each of those will interview 2, etc. Each will also do a blog post with the interview questions and adding the "Chain Letter Link-Up" label. Hopefully, readers will enjoy following the chain and you might be introduced to some new blogs! Thanks to everyone who agreed to participate!
MY FREEBIE: HEALTHY VOICE HABITS WITH RANDY REINDEER. Get it HERE!
*DISCLAIMER: Voice is not my area of expertise, just thought I'd try!
*REMEMBER TO GO TO EACH BLOGGER'S FACEBOOK PAGE AND GIVE THEM A "LIKE"! LET'S ALL SUPPORT EACH OTHER!*
MY FREEBIE: HEALTHY VOICE HABITS WITH RANDY REINDEER. Get it HERE!
*DISCLAIMER: Voice is not my area of expertise, just thought I'd try!
*REMEMBER TO GO TO EACH BLOGGER'S FACEBOOK PAGE AND GIVE THEM A "LIKE"! LET'S ALL SUPPORT EACH OTHER!*
Blogger #1: Lindsey Karol
1. Your name, email, blog address, link to TpT store if you have one
Lindsey Karol
wordnerdspeechteach@gmail.comwordnerdspeechteach.blogspot.
http://www.
2. When and why did you start blogging?
Hmmm, let's see... yesterday! I love my job and love creating new activities and working with other amazing professionals. I've learned so much from blogs and have been enjoying using all of the materials that I've purchased/found on tpt, so I wanted to add my ideas to the mix!3. What is your favorite population to work with?
4. How much time per week do you spend blogging and/or creating materials?
5. What's your favorite topic to create materials for?
6. What's the best thing about blogging?
7. Do you have any blogging tips?
8. Add a question and answer of your choice (can be speech related or not).What's your favorite thing to do when you're not working/creating?
Freebie: Go-Together Mittens
http://www.
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Blogger #2: Carrie Manchester
1. Your name, email, blog address, link to TpT store if you have one
Carrie Manchester
email: cmanchester57@gmail.com
blog: Carrie's Speech Corner (http://carriesspeechcorner.
2. When and why did you start blogging?
I started blogging in June of this year. I had discovered the world of SLP blogs around the same time that I discovered Pinterest (December of 2011). I loved the idea of sharing materials, insights, ideas, frustrations, triumphs, etc. and I wanted to join that online community!
3. What is your favorite population to work with?
I love preschool!!! I spent the first 5 years of my career in early intervention, so preschool seemed to be the next logical step for me. I spend most of my time with my "little ones" and enjoy every day of it! If you're looking for more specific, preschool language is my favorite area to treat.
4. How much time per week do you spend blogging and/or creating materials?
That really varies. A good estimate would probably be 5-7 hours/week. I usually write my blog posts on the weekends (when my son is napping) and publish throughout the week. I work on creating materials at night after he goes to bed. So, how much time I spend is often dependent on (a) how much time he sleeps, and (b) whether we have other activities going on in a weekend (birthday parties, baby showers, etc.) and (c) my own needs for my caselaod.
5. What's your favorite topic to create materials for?
I don't know that I have a favorite topic to create materials for. I tend to plan my therapy around themes and I get excited when I come up with something interesting that fits my theme! I also get inspired by cute clip art!
6. What's the best thing about blogging?
Hands-down the best thing is getting comments on your blog posts and/or Facebook page! I love hearing from the people who read my posts. Sometimes it still surprises me that people actually do read my blog ~ so that makes seeing the page-view counter going up the 2nd best thing. :)
7. Do you have any blogging tips?
Really research licensing/terms of use for clip art before you post materials. I had to quickly take down and revamp one of my first activities because I had no idea that I wasn't supposed to post activities created with certain software and/or images. Also research your state's/employer's ethics policies! Most states and/or employers have policies about using work resources for your own personal gain.
8. Add a question and answer of your choice (can be speech related or not)!
FREEBIE! Snowman Categories: download here.
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Blogger #3: Carissa Ten Hoeve
1. Name, Email, and TpT store if you have one
Carissa Ten Hoeve
2. When and why did you start blogging?
I just started blogging this month! I decided to start because my clinical supervisors kept commenting to me that I have creative ideas for therapy materials! I thought I would join the blogging world and start sharing my ideas!
3. What is your favorite population to work with?
My favorite population to work with so far is preschool! But really, anything pediatric is great!
4. How much time per week do you spend blogging/creating materials?
I spend a lot of time blogging and creating materials so far. Probably 10 hours this week. When school starts to pick back up, though, that will probably decrease a little bit. I'm determined to put out materials on a regular basis though!
5. What's your favorite topic to create materials for?
I'm not sure I have a favorite area to make materials for. My clients have mostly needed articulation and receptive language materials, but I love going outside of those areas for other materials. I do love creating materials that are theme-based or story-based, though!
6. What's the best thing about blogging?
The best thing about blogging is the community. There is so much love and support for one another in the speechie world! I just love it. It's also a really great way to get materials out there and share ideas. People are so creative!
7. Do you have any blogging tips?
I would say don't be afraid to take risks and just dive right in! Share your blog posts on other social media sites too--Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, etc. That generates a lot of traffic. Stay connected with your audience--ask what types of materials they most want to see, do giveaways, and let others preview your work before posting it!
8. Add a question and answer of your choice (can be speech related or not)!
What areas do you work most with on a weekly basis?
I'm still in graduate school, but I with language disorders, apraxia, aphasia, fluency, social communication disorders, and cleft palate. I am about to start a practicum in our International Adoption Clinic.
Freebie: Decorate The Tree Following Directions
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Blogger #4: Kristine Lamb
1. Your name, email, blog address, link to TpT store if you have one
Kristine Lamb (Live Love Speech)
2. When and why did you start blogging?
I started blogging towards the end of October/beginning of November. I started blogging because of my extreme passion for the SLP field. I wanted to be a SLP since I was in elementary school. My mother worked in a classroom for children with autism. I used to have the privilege of going with her to work for "take your daughter to work day". I remember meeting the SLP working with my mothers' students multiple times and was amazed by the work she was doing. From that point, I knew I wanted to be able to help children with their communication needs. As far as blogging, I was amazed by the amount of teachers and SLPs sharing and creating ideas for fellow educators. Students are so receptive to new ideas/activities used during speech sessions. I knew I wanted to be part of the amazing blogging community and believed in my heart I could contribute!
3. What is your favorite population to work with?
My favorite "age group" to work with is preschool and elementary school children (K-5th grade). I did a majority of my research papers and work on children with autism while in graduate school. That is a huge passion of mine.
4. How much time per week do you spend blogging and/or creating materials?
On average I would say I spend approximately 8-10 hours combined blogging, creating giveaways, and creating materials for my TPT store. I also spend some of that time researching what the current needs of SLPs are.
5. What's your favorite topic to create materials for?
My favorite topic(s) are articulation and language/auditory processing. Currently, a majority of my students have goals directed towards those areas which motivates me to create new and innovative activities for them! I am open to creating activities for a variety of students and their goals.
6. What's the best thing about blogging?
The feedback is amazing!!! I couldn't be happier to hear the amazing things people say about my activities and/or blog posts. I also love the suggestions/comments about what the current needs of SLPS/teachers are. I am so overwhelmed and humbled by everyone who has supported me!
7. Do you have any blogging tips?
The best blogging tip I have is PATIENCE! It is not easy to get started and can take up a lot of time. It has to be something you are extremely passionate about.
8. Add a question and answer of your choice (can be speech related or not).
Question: How do you vary your activities/goals to accommodate your students? Also, how long do you like to spend on one specific goal for a student (especially if he/she has multiple goals?)
Thanks to all bloggers who participated! Each will now be responsible for interviewing 2 bloggers and doing a blog post with the "Chain Letter Link-Up" Label. Let's see where the chain leads....
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Articu-burgers +FREEBIE
I thought it was about time I took a crack at an articulation activity! I have a lot of little guys working on early developing sounds, so I decided to start there. Why burgers? Not sure, but I saw this cute clipart from Graphics From the Pond and decided to use it.
This articulation game includes words and pictures for P, B, M, N, T, D, K,
and G in initial and final positions of words. The goal is to be the first
to make a complete burger (bottom bun, lettuce, meat, cheese, tomato, top
bun)! If you want to make it more challenging, have the students see who
can make 2 complete burgers!
TO USE: Cut out game cards, burger sheet (has all pieces student needs to
earn) and lose a turn cards. Laminate and separate into piles according to
sounds. Shuffle and lay facedown. Have students take turns drawing cards
and practicing their words and/or or put the word into a sentence.
You get a total of 24 cards for each sound (12 initial and 12 final) which
gives a total of 192 different cards! There is also a sheet with all the words
included in the game.
See below:
I included a word list of all the included words:
A sheet you can give students so they can keep track of which burger pieces they have earned:
"Slipped on ketchup" cards means student loses a turn:
You get 12 initial position and 12 final position cards for each sound (24 total for each sound):
Because this is my first "go-round" with an articulation activity, I decided to provide the G set as a freebie for everyone! You can get the freebie HERE and the complete game HERE!
Please comment below and tell me what you think! If this is something you like, I might do the later developing sounds!
Friday, December 7, 2012
Find the Fruit Basic Concepts + Homework Sheets
I have a lot of pre-K and early elementary kids working on basic concepts (in, on, behind, same, different, top, etc). I also like fruit! I decided to create a basic concepts activity with the fruit clipart that I used for the Fruit Bowl Fluency Game.
The Find the Fruit Basic Concepts Game works in a similar manner, with students working to earn as much fruit as they can to put in their bowl. Print out as many bowls and pieces of fruit you need (1 sheet of fruit per 2 students is likely enough).
I targeted the following concepts: in, on, top, bottom, under, above, in front, behind, between, same, different, left, right, big, and small. Again, these are by no means ALL basic concepts; however, they are the ones that I seem to target the most! You get a total of 100 different game cards. See the picture below to get a better idea of how many cards target each concept.
See examples of cards here:
I'm also trying something different: I know most of us like to send some type of "homework" assignment with our students. I included 10 different homework sheets with examples of the concepts targeted in the game. I'm hoping this will make your lives a little easier! Let me know in the comments if this is something you'd like to see on future materials.
If you'd like a copy of this game, get it here!
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Association Popper FREEBIE
Happy Thursday everyone! I thought it was time for another freebie and I loved the "cracker/popper" clipart so much, I decided to create association poppers. You get 14 poppers that work the same way as my Complex Emotion Crackers. Simply cut out each popper on the dotted lines, laminate, and cut along jagged, black line to create the popper halves.
POP on over and get it here!
Be on the lookout for a new activity targeting basic concepts for preschool and early elementary ages!
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