Month: August 2022

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Speech and language Tips

Tips to embed Speech and Language Practice into everyday activities

Do you have a child with speech and language delays? Are you looking for fun, easy ways to practice? Did you know embedding practice throughout the day is the best way to work on carry over? Interested in learning more? Check out these 5 Tips on when and how you can practice speech and language.

1. Meal Time:  During meal times, talk about everyone’s day or something special that will be happening. Ask your child about their favorite food and use descriptive words to talk about what they are eating. You can also use words that start with the speech sound they are working on.

2. Sing Songs: Songs and Nursery rhymes are awesome ways to build language. You child will be more willing to participate and will learn new words. If your child is just starting to speak you can sing and pause so that they can fill in words.

3. Games: During game play your child can practice turn taking, answer questions, build vocabulary and concepts, improve their ability to follow directions and practice the speech sounds they are working on.  

4. Outside play: You can work on your child’s ability to follow directions, build vocabulary, increase understanding of basic concepts and work on speech sounds all while enjoying outside fun.

5. Read Books: This impacts language development so much! Using the same daily book is okay and repetitive books are great! If your child is working a specific speech sound find words in books so they can practice their sounds.

Never heard of SimplyFun? Checkout my website to see all that we have to offer! Each game list suggestions to modify for children with special needs

https://www.simplyfun.com/TinaWilliams

Want to connect? I would love to help you find more ways to Laugh and Learn Through Play with your family!  https://www.facebook.com/TinaWilliamsSimplyFunIndependentConsultant/

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Tina Williams, M.A., CCC-SLP

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SimplyFun Available for Vendor Events in Rhode Island

Are you holding a craft fair or vendor event in RI?  I would love to participate with SimplyFun! These games are the perfect addition for your school based craft fair or vendor event!  

What is SimplyFun? SimplyFun creates amazing educational games for preschoolers to adults! These games are great for teachers, home school families or families looking for was to reduce screen time.  Work on any skill in a fun way! The games are well made and last forever!

Looking for some ideas on what game to start with?  These were the 10 most popular games of 2021, go to the site and check out the videos to see why!!

Looking for more information or want to add any of these games to your collection?  Check out 

https://www.simplyfun.com/TinaWilliams

Want to connect? I would love to help you find more games to Laugh and Learn Through Play with your family or to attend your vendor event!  https://www.facebook.com/TinaWilliamsSimplyFunIndependentConsultant/

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Shop SimplyFun in Rhode Island

Are you looking for a local SimplyFun Playologist in Rhode Island?  I would love to help you find the perfect game for your family!   I bring my games and your family and friends get to play and explore them to find the perfect education game for their families! Bonus you can earn host rewards and earn games for free!!

What is SimplyFun? SimplyFun creates amazing educational games for preschoolers to adults! These games are great for teachers, home school families or families looking for was to reduce screen time.  Work on any skill in a fun way! The games are well made and last forever!

Looking for some ideas on what game to start with?  These were the 10 most popular games of 2021, go to the site and check out the videos to see why!!

Looking for more information or want to add any of these games to your collection?  Check out 

https://www.simplyfun.com/TinaWilliams

Want to connect? I would love to help you find more games to Laugh and Learn Through Play with your family or to attend your vendor event!  https://www.facebook.com/TinaWilliamsSimplyFunIndependentConsultant/

Looking for additional ideas on how to embed skills development into everyday activities? Join my email list for my monthly newsletter!    

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SimplyFun available for On-line Parties

Are you looking for educational games for your family game nights? Are you a homeschool mom or teacher wanting to add to your bag of tricks?  Check out SimplyFun!

What is SimplyFun? SimplyFun creates amazing educational games for preschoolers to adults! These games are great for teachers, home school families or families looking for was to reduce screen time.  Work on any skill in a fun way! The games are well made and last forever!

Bonus you can earn games for free by hosting an online party! Facebook, Instagram, Zoom or Google Meet options are available! A fun time with family and friends as we explore ways to help find the perfect games for your family!

Looking for some ideas on what game to start with?  These were the 10 most popular games of 2021, go to the site and check out the videos to see why!!

Looking for more information or want to add any of these games to your collection?  Check out 

https://www.simplyfun.com/TinaWilliams

Want to connect? I would love to help you find more games to Laugh and Learn Through Play with your family or to attend your vendor event!  https://www.facebook.com/TinaWilliamsSimplyFunIndependentConsultant/

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Educational Tips

5 Tips for teaching children how to play board games

Does your family love playing board games? Do you have a child who is struggling to join in? Check out the 5 tips below to help your child learn how to play board games so they can join in the family fun!

Board games range from simple to more complex.  You can choose a game that matches your child’s ability or you can modify a board game to meet the needs of the child.  These steps will teach your child how to play board games and once they are familiar with how to play the game (the setup), they can then focus on the content of the game!

1. Introduce the game board: Ask your child what they see on the board. Talk about the pictures or writing. Identify the start and finish or the game and note special spaces. Have your child trace the path from start to finish.

2. Introduce the game pieces: Include items such as spinners, dice, pawns or tokens. Explain to your child by describing its function. As you explain let them explore the items (spinners, dice) so they know how to use them.

3. Practice moving the game pieces around the game board: You can use hand-over-hand assistance if needed. 

4.  Practice playing the game without the prompts or cards from the game: Instead, play the game but ask the child questions they know the answer to help them learn the game formate. (i.e. “What is your name?”, “What is the dog’s name?”, “How old are you?”)

5. Read/Review the game directions: Have your child repeat the directions back to you to make sure they understand how to play.  When they are ready have fun playing!!

Looking to add some new games to your Family’s library? Check out some of these great games from SimplyFun! Need ideas to modify the games? We got you covered! Under each game on the website there is a section that will give you ideas how to modify the game!! Isn’t that Awesome?!?!

Looking for more information or want to add any of these games to your collection?  Check out 

https://www.simplyfun.com/TinaWilliams

Want to connect? I would love to help you find more games to Laugh and Learn Through Play with your family!  https://www.facebook.com/TinaWilliamsSimplyFunIndependentConsultant/

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SimplyFun Games for Teens

Are you looking for some fun games to engage your teens and get them away from technology for awhile? Below are eight games that just might help! These are a few game ideas that were suggested during a survey with families who enjoy playing games with their teens! Check out the video below each game to see if it will work for your family!

Check out  Amalgam: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF160

Check out Suits of Disguise: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF153


Check out Marble Matrix: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF146

Check out Sticks and Stunts: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF148

Check out Nite Lights: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF173

Check out Cash Out!: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF128

Check out Zone to Zone: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF175

Check out Eagle Chase:https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF182

Never heard of SimplyFun? Checkout my website to see all that we have to offer!  There are many other games that may be perfect for your teen to enjoy this summer! Need help finding one? Message me!

https://www.simplyfun.com/TinaWilliams

Want to connect? I would love to help you find the perfect games to Laugh and Learn Through Play with your family!  https://www.facebook.com/TinaWilliamsSimplyFunIndependentConsultant/

or join my group https://www.facebook.com/groups/3311410002281605/

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Speech and language Tips

Using Puppets to Build Language Skills

Did you know that playing with puppets is a great educational activity?  Your child can build skills in a variety of areas!  As a speech language pathologist, my favorite area is using puppets to build language skills! Puppets offer children an engaging way to interact and explore their knowledge and understanding of the world.  During puppet play children use language to have conversations and to role play developing their skills in this area!

SimplyFun’s Tibbar the Rabbit is featured in the game Wake Up Stars, which focuses on storytelling and social relationships. Find out what makes your friends and Tibbar happy or sad, by sharing stories about what makes them feel the emotions found on the faces of the stars! Check out the video!

https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF176

SimplyFun’s Digger the Dog can help your child learn colors, shapes and counting while you learn how to match!  Having him as a friend to share in your child’s adventures is a great way to build language skills! Check out the video of the game!

https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF058

Pickles the Pig is featured in SimplyFun’s Pickles’ Pig Tales! This SimplyFun game focuses on story telling and communication. Tell the story from the beginning during each turn, then add one new sentence to it based on the object shown on the card drawn. Your child will use their imagination as Pickles joins them in their adventures!

https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF064

Looking for more information or want to add any of these games to your collection?  Check out 

https://www.simplyfun.com/TinaWilliams

Want to connect? I would love to help you find more games to Laugh and Learn Through Play with your family or to attend your vendor event!  https://www.facebook.com/TinaWilliamsSimplyFunIndependentConsultant/

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SimplyFun Games for Camping

Are you ready for Summer Fun? Does your family love to go camping? Are you looking for some fun family games to play while camping if it rains or at night? SimplyFun has the answer!! These 6 games won’t take up a lot of room and are perfect to bring along on your camping trips! 

Check out the video for My Mine:  https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF106

Check out the video for Rolling Bones:  https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF088

Check out the video for Corner Center Match: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF123

Check out the video for Tally On:  https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF157

Check out the video for Fruit Flies:  https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF097

Check out the video for Pack It:  https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF121

Never heard of SimplyFun? Checkout my website to see all that we have to offer!  There are many other games that may be perfect for your family to bring camping! Need help finding one? Message me!

https://www.simplyfun.com/TinaWilliams

Want to connect? I would love to help you find the perfect games to Laugh and Learn Through Play with your family!  https://www.facebook.com/TinaWilliamsSimplyFunIndependentConsultant/

or join my group https://www.facebook.com/groups/3311410002281605/

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SimplyFun Games for Summer

Has this been a tough school year for your family? Are you ready for a summer break? I know I am!  The last thing anyone wants to do this summer is school work so I am sharing a few SimplyFun games that focus on movement and Fun! And as a bonus you can enjoy family time while knowing that your child is building some very important life skills!

Check out Buddy Hop:  https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF118

Check out Ocean Limbo:  https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF091

Check out Do it Again: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF140

Check out Marble Matrix: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF146

Check out Kilter:  https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play.aspx?Sku=SF041

Check out Handy: https://www.simplyfun.com/pws/TinaWilliams/tabs/how-to-play?Sku=SF017

Never heard of SimplyFun? Checkout my website to see all that we have to offer!  There are many other games that may be perfect for your family to enjoy this summer! Need help finding one? Message me!

https://www.simplyfun.com/TinaWilliams

Want to connect? I would love to help you find the perfect games to Laugh and Learn Through Play with your family!  https://www.facebook.com/TinaWilliamsSimplyFunIndependentConsultant/

or join my group https://www.facebook.com/groups/3311410002281605/

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Speech and language Tips

5 Summer Fun ideas to build language skills!!

Are you looking to help your child build their language skills? Building vocabulary, increasing understanding of basic concepts, answering questions and telling stories are all important skills to develop! There are lots of fun things to do in the Summer to increase your child’s skills in this area! Let’s explore 5 of them!

1. Scavenger Hunts- Pick a few items around your home, take pictures or write a list, then hide them around your yard or if you are heading out make a list of items for your child to look for! Your child will build vocabulary and increase their understanding of basic concepts as they search for the items. Work on answering questions as you give them clues to help them find the items and then when they are done have them tell a story about what they did!

2. Water Play- Fill a bucket, plastic tote or small pool with a variety of items: scoops, cups, funnels, spoon, and toys and let your child play! Model language as you play: “I am pouring the water., “The duck is swimming.” You can work on vocabulary, concepts, questions and story telling! Is your child working on a particular speech sound? Fill the bucket with items starting with that sound for lots of embedded speech practice.

3. A day at the Beach (or lake) – Introduce beach and water vocabulary, work on following directions and concept development during sand play, take a walk and work on questions and story telling skills. Encourage your child talk to other children to build social language skills.

4. Library Story Time/Reading – Find books about summer and summer activities to read with your child. Join in on your local library’s story time for some inspiration and to help your child build social language skills as they interact with peers.

5. Summer Inspired board Games – Board games can be played outside or inside when the weather isn’t great! Choose from a variety of SimplyFun games to build vocabulary, to increase your child’s ability to follow directions and to learn new concepts!

Looking for more information or want to add any of these games to your collection?  Check out 

https://www.simplyfun.com/TinaWilliams

Want to connect? I would love to help you find more games to Laugh and Learn Through Play with your family!  https://www.facebook.com/TinaWilliamsSimplyFunIndependentConsultant/

or join my group https://www.facebook.com/groups/3311410002281605/

Looking for additional ideas on how to embed skills development into everyday activities? Join my email list for my monthly newsletter!    

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