Debbie's Blog
How to Decrease Tongue Protrusion & Encourage Retraction
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 17th Oct 2014
Question: I have a 2 year old on my EI caseload, our program purchased a z-vibe kit for him. He is demonstrating some sensory aversion, drooling, and an open mouth posture with tongue pro
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Halloween Activity for Fine Motor & Language Play
16th Oct 2014
We drew up some "spooktacular" free printables for you all. Introducing: Frankenstein (“Frankie”) and his Bride. Each character is available in both blank and colored in, all of which c
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Preparing for Halloween
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 15th Oct 2014
With just over two weeks left before Halloween, now is a good time to help children get ready for trick-or-treating. Some of my kids say "fick or feet" or "sick uh seat" or "twick or tweet."
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How to Make a Puzzle More Therapy-Friendly
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 14th Jul 2014
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This puzzle wasn't early-intervention-friendly enough for me - the insets were just a boring tan / wooden color! So I colored in the insets to give kids more of a vi
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Cork Button Castles - DIY Fine Motor Activity
7th Jul 2014
These "Cork Button Castles" are a fun and effective DIY fine motor activity. Not only are the fingers and the fingertips in charge, but the Velcro also provides an added level of resistance t
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