Blog - PediaStaff

May 1, 2023

5 May 2023, OT, SLP, Tip or Resource

[Source: Homeschool Preschool] Are you looking for some fun and easy crafts to do with your preschooler? We’ve got you covered! These picnic crafts for preschoolers are perfect for a sunny day spent outdoors. We’ve got a variety of different crafts for you to…...

May 1, 2023

5 May 2023, BHSM, Newsletter, SLP

[Source: PediaStaff on Pinterest] May is Better Hearing and Speech Month! How are you recognizing and celebrating it in the classroom?? I was going to post one idea per newsletter, but then I realized, “Why not just post the entire board we…...

May 1, 2023

30 April 2021, Better Hearing and Speech Month, Newseltter, SLP

[Source: ASHA] Each May, Better Hearing & Speech Month (BHSM) provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders and the role of ASHA members in providing life-altering treatment. For 2021, our theme is “Building a Strong Foundation.” Please continue to check…...

May 1, 2023

5 May 2023, Article, Newsletter, OT, Tip or Resource

[Source: Kindergarten Connection] Who is ready for summer? Who is ready for watermelon? And fun learning? Make these fun watermelon punching and counting cards during summer for a lovely counting and fine motor activity! These watermelon cards are easy to make. All…...

Montessori Picnic Themed Activities

May 1, 2023

5 May 2023, Newsletter, OT, SLP, Tip or Resource

[Source: Mommy Evolution] Kids learn through pretend play… but sometimes we forget that kids will benefit from learning about events we take for granted – including picnics! Renae from Every Star Is Different put together a wonderful picnic activities themed unit for tots and preschoolers…...

Summer Picnic Speech Freebie

May 1, 2023

5 May 2023, Newsletter, SLP, Tip or Resource

[Source: Crazy Speech World] I have had a productive week, but I have missed blogging! So now I am back with a FREEBIE! I have had this clip art for a while and finally figured out what to do with it! I…...

May 1, 2023

5 May 2023, Newsletter, Tip or Resource

[Source: Texas Speech Mom via TpT] I wanted to share this fun freebie!! Perfect for spring and summer themes in speech therapy! This therapy companion is for the felt picnic set found in the Target Dollar Spot. However, it is not required to enjoy this…...

May 1, 2023

5 May 2023, Article, Literacy, Newsletter, Reading

[Source: Reading Rockets] By: Keith Schoch Often when I mention poetry during a workshop, at least one teacher laments, “I would love to do more poetry with students, but there’s so much else to teach in my curriculum!” What I try to…...

May 1, 2023

5 May 2023, Article, Newsletter, Visual Impairment

[Source: WonderBaby.org] During long breaks from school we’re always looking for something fun (and preferably educational) for Ivan to do. I like to search through Pinterest and parenting blogs looking for fun summer-time activities, but it can be very difficult to find…...

May 1, 2023

5 May 2023, Newsletter, PT, Tip or Resource

[Source: The Inspired Treehouse] Musical movement is one of my favorite ways to encourage gross motor activities for kids. Catchy tunes naturally encourage whole body movement — you can’t help but dance, jump, sway, bounce. My kiddos love to go on picnics,…...