PARENT BOOT CAMP
SIGN LANGUAGE FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS:
IQ BOOSTER!!! Research has proven that young babies and toddlers who learn sign language have been found to have a higher IQ AND talk SOONER compared to children who did not learn sign language! Come find out the answers to the following questions:
- Why should I use sign language with an infant or toddler?
- What signs should I use for my child?
- How do I actually teach my child to use signs?
- How long do children use the signs for?
- Will using sign language make him dependent on it and delay talking?
This parent only training will be 1 ½ hours offered at our clinic on June 21st at 6:30 - 8:00. Come learn some signs and practice the techniques to teach your child! Go to www.atsaz.net click on Special Programs and then on New Parent Boot Camp Registration Form in the side bar to register.
PACIFIERS and THUMBSUCKING:
DO THEY SPELL TROUBLE?
These days it is common to see children well over the age of one with a pacifier, or commonly called 'binky,' plugged into their mouths going about their daily routine of playing. It is also common to see children who are sucking their thumbs well past the toddler years. Is it a problem? When should a child stop the pacifier or thumb sucking and why? Read the entire article at www.atsaz.net under Parent Information.
ONLINE SPEECH THERAPY-GREAT FOR THE SUMMERTIME
A home program that can be accessed 24/7 from any computer and the child can sign on and do therapy several times a week or day, whatever fits in your schedule. A single monthly charge and monitored by the speech pathologist. Generally best for children between the ages of 4 years and 10 years of age. Find out more information at www.atsaz.net in the Special Programs area.
ATS offers AAC Evaluations and Training!
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
ATS is proud to be one of only three state agencies to provide comprehensive AAC evaluations and training.
Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) includes all forms of communications (other than oral speech) that are used to express thoughts, needs, wants, and ideas. We all use AAC when we make facial expressions or gestures, use symbols or pictures, or write.
People with severe speech or language problems rely on AAC to supplement existing speech or replace speech that is not functional. Special augmentative aids, such as picture and symbol communication boards and electronic devices, are available to help people express themselves. This may increase social interaction, school performance, and feelings of self-worth.
To find out more about AAC, go to our website at www.atsaz.net and click on Speech Therapy in the sidebar and then on Augmentative Communication. |
