Office of Cheryl D. Lindsay, Speech Language Pathologist

03/06/2026

🎒 Is Your Child Entering Junior Kindergarten This Year?

Communication skills play an important role in helping children participate in classroom routines, learning activities, and social interactions.

Children entering Junior Kindergarten may demonstrate a range of developing communication skills, such as:

Receptive Language (UNDERSTANDING)
Children may be able to:
• follow simple one- or two-step directions
• understand basic concepts such as in/on, big/small, or colours
• listen to short stories and respond to simple questions

Expressive Language (TALKING)
Children may:
• use short sentences to share ideas
• ask and answer simple questions
• name familiar objects, people, and actions
• begin using early grammar forms

Pragmatic Language (SOCIAL Communication)
Children may:
• take turns in conversation and play
• ask for help when needed
• participate in simple group activities
• interact with peers during play

Children develop communication skills at different rates, and there is a wide range of typical development.

If you have questions about your child’s speech or language development, a Speech-Language Pathologist can provide guidance and support.

For additional information about kindergarten programs and preparing children for school, families may also find the following LOCAL resources helpful:

Bluewater District School Board – Kindergarten information
🌐 https://www.bwdsb.on.ca/programs/kindergarten

Bluewater District School Board – Preparing your child for school
🌐 https://www.bwdsb.on.ca/students/student_registration/preparing_your_child_for_their_next_big_milestone

Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board – Kindergarten program
🌐 https://www.bgcdsb.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?pREC_ID=1377752&type=d&uREC_ID=1101062

CASLPO public resources about speech-language pathology services in Ontario
🌐 https://www.caslpo.com/public

Speech and language information
🌐 https://www.cheryldlindsay.com

03/05/2026

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03/05/2026

BOOK IDEA!!
'Have You Seen My Blue Socks' - for sound awarenss!

Did you know that the Hanen Centre has a BOOK NOOK to guide you with book choices and reading strategies for your child?

This is a GREAT resource!
Check it out here!

BOOK IDEA!! 'Have You Seen My Blue Socks' - for sound awarenss! Did you know that the Hanen Centre has a BOOK NOOK to guide you with book choices and reading strategies for your child? This is a GREAT resource! Check it out here!

03/04/2026

Need local ABA services in Hanover? Check out this provided!!

https://www.connectionsbehaviourconsulting.com/?fbclid=IwRlRTSAQUohFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEefE3M6yHc2SnzjCtKOvgLKjFiRsgHZB_BNaErYi84ZIUGU15bUYkzXlfvm7A_aem_C3_G2RQU77uq9KkUbkFY4A

Connections Behaviour Consulting provides Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) therapy in-home to those in the Cambridge, ON. and surrounding areas. In addition, we provide telehealth to families across Ontario. Our services are geared towards those with Autism and developmental delays.

03/04/2026

Personalized music therapy supporting emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being.

03/04/2026

Check out dp Music Therapy in Clinton!!!

Personalized music therapy supporting emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being.

03/03/2026

Today is
WORLD HEARING DAY !!!

Check out SAC's resources like this TOOLKIT for CLASSROOM ACOUSTIC

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/177jgsekh6/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Did you know that around 90 million children aged 5-19 years live with hearing loss?

This year’s World Hearing Day theme, “From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children” shines a spotlight on the need for early identification, prevention, and support.

At SAC, we support Canadian children’s hearing health by advancing early hearing detection and intervention, advocating for audiologists nationwide, and equipping professional with practical tools and resources.

This 2026, let's focus on:
• Preventing avoidable childhood hearing loss
• Ensuring early identification of and care for children with ear or hearing problems

Act now so no child is left behind due to ear or hearing problems

Learn more and explore our resources: https://www.sac-oac.ca/world-hearing-day-2026/

03/03/2026

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03/02/2026

SIMPLE book. BIG speech and language impact!

🗣️ Using BOARD BOOKS to Support Preschool Speech & Language Milestones

Board books are one of the most powerful (and simple!) tools we use in early speech-language therapy. They’re sturdy, repetitive, predictable - and perfect for toddlers and preschoolers building foundational skills.

One CLASSIC favourite?
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Eric Carle 🐻

🧠 Why It’s Great for SLP Milestones:

✔ Repetition & Predictable Text
Supports:
• Early word imitation
• Sentence completion (“Brown bear, brown bear, what do you…?”)
• Joint attention and anticipation

✔ Vocabulary Development
Builds:
• Animal names
• Colours
• Descriptive language

✔ Early Sentence Structure
Models:
• WH-questions (“What do you see?”)
• Simple carrier phrases (“I see a ___ looking at me.”)

✔ Turn-Taking & Social Engagement
Encourages:
• Pointing
• Sound imitation
• Waiting and responding

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💡 How Parents Can Use It at Home:
• Pause before the last word to encourage your child to fill it in
• Exaggerate animal sounds
• Point and label together
• Follow your child’s lead-even if they just want to flip back to the same page

BOARD BOOKS like this support early expressive language, receptive understanding, imitation, and shared attention - all key preschool speech-language milestones.

SIMPLE book. BIG speech and language impact. 📚🗣️

03/02/2026

03/02/2026

This looks like a FUN EASTER share for speech therapy!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/186wKEQKmV/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Thx speecheasyslp!!

03/02/2026

Is your child's speech and language development on track?