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Rapid and Widespread White Matter Plasticity During an Intensive Reading Intervention

June 18, 2018

22 June 2018, Literacy, News, Newsletter, SLP

[Source: Nature Communications via Reading Rockets] Using MRI measurements of the brain’s neural connections, or “white matter,” researchers have shown that, in struggling readers, the neural circuitry strengthened — and their reading performance improved — after just eight weeks of a specialized…...

June 18, 2018

22 June 2018, Newsletter

[Source: Disability Scoop] New research suggests that a blood test could one day help doctors flag children with cerebral palsy far earlier, allowing young kids with the condition to get a head start on intervention. In a new study, researchers identified differences in…...

June 18, 2018

22 June 2018, ABA, Newsletter

[Source: Disability Scoop] Reagan Wright, who is nearly 14, is devoted to all things American Girls, and dreams of becoming a veterinarian. For a child with autism spectrum disorder, Reagan is considered high-functioning. Which isn’t to say, her mother Emily Wright emphasizes,…...

June 18, 2018

22 June 2018, Newsletter, Tip or Resource

[Source: Hands On As We Grow] We love story stones in our house! They are one of my favorite open-ended toys. Story stones use your child’s imagination and creativity while sneaking in language development and thinking skills. Story stones are primarily used…...

June 14, 2018

Editor’s Note: Wow. Just Wow. We just can’t articulate how much we love this. I saw a clip of this speech on USA Today this morning, and then went searching for the rest, which I found on Autism Speaks. Enjoy and…...

June 14, 2018

15 June 2018, Job, Newsletter, School Psych

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Silicon Valley is the place to be! We have a fabulous contract opportunity for a School Psychologist for the 2018/19 school year in the Silicon Valley area. Using a blend of traditional…...

June 14, 2018

15 June 2018, Job, Newsletter, SLP

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Are you looking to live in a beautiful city in Washington but afraid of the Seattle housing costs? We need a wonderful Speech-Language Pathologist for the 2018-2019 school year to work in the…...

June 14, 2018

15 June 2018, ABA, BCBA, Newsletter

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 We are looking for a Lead BCBA to work for a successful ABA provider who will support your professional growth? Do you want excellent income potential, at a growing company that was…...

June 13, 2018

15 June 2018, Fine Motor Skills, Newsletter, Sensory Activity

Here is a fun way to explore ice this summer as a sensory “craftivity” with your kiddos! [Source: First Palette.com] Materials Ice cube tray Small plastic bowls Plastic spoons Food coloring Scissors Sketch paper Craft sticks or disposable ice cream spoons Steps:…...

June 13, 2018

15 June 2018, Newsletter, Pinboard, Tip or Resource

Who is planning ahead and looking for some fun patriotic activities to do with your kiddos to celebrate the 4th of July? The board is loaded with fine motor crafts, word work, handwriting and tracing cards, patterning & sequencing activities, healthy treats…...