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04/10/2025

🗣️ October is AAC Awareness Month!

There are so many myths about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), like “AAC stops kids from talking” or “they need certain skills before we start.”

The truth? There are no prerequisites for communication.
Just as we talk to babies before they can speak, we can model and build language through AAC long before a child uses it independently. AAC doesn’t replace speech; it supports it, helping kids connect, express, and thrive. 💬✨

We’ve shared a new blog post unpacking some of the biggest myths about AAC, and what the research really says.

Let’s spread the message that communication is for everyone 💛

https://speaklistenlearn.com.au/busting-the-myths-about-aac-what-every-family-should-know/

Busting the myths about AAC! Learn why there are no prerequisites for communication, how AAC supports speech, and why it’s not just for non-speaking kids. A family-friendly guide from Speak Listen Learn.

09/09/2025

🎈 Play · Connect · Communicate – Preschoolers (3–5 yrs) 🎈

Our preschool holiday group is all about fun, friendship, and imagination! Perfect for little ones who love play and would enjoy a small-group experience.

🌟 Messy sensory play
🌟 Obstacle courses
🌟 LEGO fun
🌟 Pretend cafés & dress-ups

Designed by our speech pathologists and run with our allied health assistants, these groups give preschoolers a safe, supportive space to play, grow, and connect.

📅 Week 1 & 2 of the school holidays
📍 Speak Listen Learn, Frenchs Forest
📧 admin@speaklistenlearn.com.au | ☎️ 9402 0894

✨ Limited places – get in touch today!

09/09/2025

🌸 Crafternoons – Primary Girls 🌸

✨ Looking for a holiday activity that’s creative and connection-focused?

Our Crafternoons group is designed for primary school girls who’d love a chance to create, connect, and make new friends.

🖌 Beading
📓 Journaling
🔑 Keyring making
🎨 Craft & creativity galore!

Guided by our speech pathologists and allied health assistants, sessions are structured yet relaxed, helping friendships grow naturally.

📅 Week 1 & 2 of the school holidays
📍 Speak Listen Learn, Frenchs Forest
📧 admin@speaklistenlearn.com.au | ☎️ 9402 0894

💫 Spots are limited – book now!

19/07/2025

Encouraging your child to talk doesn’t mean saying “Say…” all the time (in fact, it can actually have the opposite effect!)

There are so many natural, fun ways to support your child’s language development, just through how you play, talk, and interact.

💬 Model and pause
🧩 Use sentence completion
🤔 Offer choices
🎈 Sabotage (playfully!)
🗣 Narrate and comment
🔁 Repeat, expand and imitate
✋ Add gesture and sign

Swipe through for simple strategies you can start using today to help your child to communicate and learn language in an stress-free, engaging way.

If you ever have concerns about your child’s communication, don’t wait, reach out to a speech pathologist. We’re here to help ❤️