Southern Speech, LLC

11/11/2025

11/11/2025

There are many studies that support PLAY being the best way for young children to learn. Studies have found that children can learn more through ‘guided play’ than teacher- led instruction.

According to a study done by Cambridge University-

“A play-focused approach to learning, where children are allowed to explore at their own pace, was found to be just as effective as traditional teacher-led methods in teaching literacy, numeracy and thinking skill. And when it came to some maths skills, guided play was actually more effective than other approaches, at least up to the age of eight.”

And for some neurodivergent children, movement can help those listening skills more efficiently.

Here are some activities to do with children to work on 🌟active listening skills🌟.

These play based activities also help with skills such as:
🌟Planning
🌟Organization
🌟Getting along with others
🌟Regulating emotions
🌟Language
🌟Math
🌟Social skills
🌟Coping with stress

11/08/2025

Help us wish Ms. Maggie a Happy Birthday! We hope you have a great day ❤️🎉

11/07/2025

Happy Work Anniversary to Mrs. Layne🎉. Celebrating 4 years with Southern Speech❤️

11/05/2025

1 in 2 families in Louisiana struggles to afford diapers for their babies. That’s why we’re partnering with Junior League of Lafayette to host a Diaper Drive!

You can purchase directly from amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2IFN7LPJERLZ3 or feel free to drop them in our waiting room.

Every donation makes a difference!

11/04/2025

Don’t forget to vote for Audrey and team Lafayette Kids News!

📢HEY YOU! 📢 It's time to vote for your favorite team in our 2025 lineup. The team with the most votes by Friday, November 7 will receive a special advantage in the 24 Hour Citizen Project MAIN EVENT!👇👇
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10/31/2025

Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Halloween! It’s been a week full of ghosts, bats, spiders, and even a graduate too! 👻🎃🕷️👩‍🎓

10/11/2025

Please go to the link and vote for Team Lafayette Kids News and support Mrs. Layne’s daughter! We are so proud of you, Audrey! ❤️

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📢HEY YOU! 📢 It's time to vote for your favorite team in our 2025 lineup. The team with the most votes by Friday, November 7 will receive a special advantage in the 24 Hour Citizen Project MAIN EVENT!👇👇
https://tally.so/r/wbbL4g

09/22/2025

NEW ADAPTIVE BALLET CLASS! We are proud to announce that Dr. Rachel Saffo will begin teaching a beginner ballet class for children with autism spectrum disorders on Saturday, September 27th from 2:30-3:30! The class will be held every other week for the rate of $25/class.

Dr. Saffo received her doctorate in Communication Disorders from Florida State University in 2010 and works with our students at Bluebirds to help them meet their social-emotional needs. It is such a privilege to have her on our staff!

If you are interested in learning more about the class or registering, please contact the studio for more information! 🩵🩰🦋

09/16/2025

Our Occupational Therapist, Mary, is trained to identify areas of difficulties or delay, in certain areas of your child’s development. An evaluation and possible therapy can be very informative in helping understand how to best support your child’s needs; whether it be at home, in the classroom, or in newer situations.

09/05/2025

Happy Work Anniversary to Mrs. Chelsea🎉 Celebrating 4 years with Southern Speech❤️

09/04/2025

The good times are rolling in feeding therapy! Last month, some of our feeding therapy clients tried their hand at making sushi and it was a success. From just touching the sticky rice to chewing the seaweed wrapper, it was an experience full of big flavors and textures.

Here is the recipe for Rainbow Sushi. If you don’t have a sushi mat, try making a sushi bowl and offering different toppings for your family to choose from.

https://thegingeredwhisk.com/rainbow-sushi-mulan/