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04/18/2026

We will be at Homeschool Yo Kids Expo in Jacksonville on May 2. Come say hi & see what local homeschooling resources are available to your family ✨

Out making community connections this morning at Hometown Grounds Coffee Co. Homeschool Fair. Thank you for having me! ✨

04/14/2026

✨ The secret is out… ✨

We are so excited to officially announce that we are expanding our services to include part time tutoring with our Language & Learning Program—a structured, evidence-based approach to academic and communication support that goes beyond traditional tutoring.

This is not your typical tutoring model. Our sessions are thoughtfully designed to integrate language, literacy, and enrichment—helping children build the skills they need for lasting success in school and everyday communication.

📅 Summer sessions begin June 1
📩 Please follow the link to be contacted with enrollment information if interested: https://forms.gle/K1E9jX8uEP65m3CaA

To ensure we are fully prepared to provide the highest quality services, interest forms for June 1 start dates will be open through May 1. This allows us the time needed to carefully hire and train additional staff to support our growing program.
Spots will be limited as we build this program with intention and quality in mind.

04/11/2026

✨ BIG NEWS COMING ✨

We’ve been working behind the scenes, and we’re so excited to share that Sensory Speaking is growing!

🚨 New services are on the way
💳 More payment options will be accepted
📈 Expanded opportunities to better serve our families

Our goal has always been to make high-quality speech, language, and learning support more accessible, flexible, and impactful—and this next phase is a huge step forward.

We can’t wait to share all the details with you soon… stay tuned! 👀

03/20/2026

📚👶 Did you know that reading to your child from the very beginning can have a powerful impact on speech and language development?

Even before children can talk, they are listening, learning, and building the foundation for communication.

Reading together helps children:

🧠 Build vocabulary – Hearing new words helps little brains grow.
👂 Develop listening skills – Babies learn to pay attention to sounds and language.
💬 Support early speech and language development – Repetition and rhythm help children learn how language works.
❤️ Strengthen bonding – Snuggling up with a book creates positive connections with language and learning.
📖 Build early literacy skills – Turning pages, looking at pictures, and hearing stories prepares children for future reading success.

The best part? You don’t have to read every word perfectly. Talk about the pictures, point to objects, and let your child explore the book.

Even just a few minutes a day can make a big difference.

📚 Start early, keep it fun, and make reading part of your daily routine.

03/17/2026

Did you know prepositions are an important language milestone?

Prepositions are words like in, on, under, behind, and next to. They help children describe where things are and understand directions.

These small words play a big role in communication and learning. Children use them to:
✔ Follow directions (“Put the toy in the box”)
✔ Describe locations (“The cat is under the table”)
✔ Tell stories and explain ideas

If your child has difficulty understanding or using these words, it can affect following directions, classroom learning, and storytelling.

The good news is that these skills can often be strengthened through play-based language activities.

📚 Try this at home:
Hide a toy and give clues like “It’s under the chair!” or “Look behind the couch!”

If you have concerns about your child’s language development, a speech-language evaluation can help determine if additional support would be beneficial. Contact info@potterspeech.org or call 904-505-0847 for more information!

03/16/2026

☀️ Don’t Lose Progress This Summer!
Summer break can be a great time for kids to recharge—but it can also lead to loss of important speech, language, and reading skills.
Our Speech & Reading Support Program helps school-aged students continue building the skills they’ve been working on during the school year. Sessions can be tailored to support and reinforce your child’s IEP goals so they maintain progress and head into the next school year with confidence.
We can target:
✔ Speech sound development
✔ Language skills
✔ Reading and literacy support
Contact info@sensoryspeaking.org or call 904-505-0847 to learn more about how to support your child this summer!
👧 Ages 4–17
📅 Limited summer spots available

02/25/2026

🧠💬 Myth: A child has to sit still and “pay attention” to make progress in speech therapy.

✨ Truth: Communication can grow through movement, play, and connection.

At Sensory Speaking, we don’t expect children to fit into a box to learn. Some kids learn best while building, swinging, pacing, or exploring the room—and that’s okay!

Speech therapy is about engagement, not compliance. It’s about meeting a child where they are and building communication in ways that feel safe, motivating, and meaningful to them.

Progress doesn’t require perfect sitting.
It requires connection, trust, and the right support. 💛

🤝All learners are welcome here. If you have concerns about your child’s speech or language development, we’re here to help!

Contact us at info@sensoryspeaking.org for more information

02/17/2026

🤔 TRUE or FALSE: Sounds produced by infants and toddlers don’t count as words.

❌ FALSE!

Those early sounds absolutely count! 🙌

When your child says “ba” for ball or “moo” for cow, they are:
✨ Communicating with purpose
✨ Connecting sounds to meaning
✨ Building the foundation for real words

Even animal sounds, exclamations (“uh-oh!”), and consistent word approximations are powerful steps in language development.

Every little sound is progress. 💬💛

02/15/2026

🗣️✨ Speech Sound Development: Building Clear Communication One Step at a Time!

From first sounds to full words, children develop speech gradually as they learn to be understood. Supporting this growth early helps boost confidence and effective talking!

If you have concerns about your child’s speech, don’t hesitate to reach out to a Speech-Language Pathologist—we’re here to help every step of the way. 💙

02/14/2026

✨ What To Say Instead ✨

Did you know that how we talk to children can make a BIG difference in their language development?

Instead of asking lots of questions, try modeling and commenting! 💬

❌ “What color is that?”
✅ “That’s a big blue truck!”

❌ “What are you doing?”
✅ “You’re building a tall tower!”

❌ “What’s this?”
✅ “It’s a dog! The dog says woof!”

When we reduce questions and increase comments, we:
✔️ Take pressure off children to “perform”
✔️ Model rich vocabulary and longer sentences
✔️ Keep interactions fun and natural
✔️ Support language growth in a stress-free way

Remember: Conversation is better than quizzing! 💛

02/13/2026

Core words are the most common, versatile words we use every day—like “go,” “more,” “help,” and “stop.” Teaching these words gives kids powerful tools to express their needs and feelings in lots of situations!

Focusing on core words helps make communication easier and more meaningful. Let’s unlock your child’s voice, one word at a time! 💬💙

02/12/2026

🗣️✨ Wondering what words to teach first?

Start with simple, useful words that your child can use every day—like “more,” “all done,” “help,” and “go.” These core words open the door to powerful communication and help kids express their needs and feelings quickly!

Want personalized guidance? We’re here to support your child’s language journey. Contact us at 904-505-0847💙