The SLP Book Club

This week, we’re wrapping up our deep dive into The Secondary SLP Roadmap by covering Chapters 13, 14, and the conclusion. We’re talking all about what it really looks like to target articulation and social skills with secondary students, especially when time is limited and goals need to feel functional and relevant. We also dive into one of the most important (and often overlooked) areas in secondary settings: life skills. In this episode, we discuss how to approach articulation with older students in a way that feels age appropriate and meaningful, strategies for targeting social skills without relying on overly structured or unrealistic activities, why life skills deserve a central place in your therapy planning, and ideas for making therapy more functional, practical, and aligned with real world outcomes. We also reflect on The Secondary SLP Roadmap as a whole and share some of our biggest takeaways from the book.And, a quick update on what’s next for the podcast…This is the final book we’ll be covering in this format. Moving forward, we’re planning to shift into a more traditional book club style where we read together and then meet for a live Zoom discussion. Our goal is to do this about twice a year, so stay tuned for details on how to join!Want a FREE MONTH of SLP Elevate? Simply write a review of The Secondary SLP Roadmap, screenshot it, and send it to Hallie on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/speechtimefun/You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, we’re diving into Chapters 11 and 12 of The Secondary SLP Roadmap, where we tackle two major pain points for secondary SLPs: overcomplicated materials and the challenge of mixed groups. We talk about how to adapt what you already have so you can use fewer resources without sacrificing effectiveness, and how simplifying your approach can actually lead to better student engagement. Then, we break down how to confidently run mixed groups without feeling scattered or overwhelmed, with practical strategies you can start using right away. If you’ve ever felt like you need more materials or more time to make your sessions work, this episode will show you how to do more with less and make mixed groups feel manageable.Want a FREE MONTH of SLP Elevate? Simply write a review of The Secondary SLP Roadmap, screenshot it, and send it to Hallie on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/speechtimefun/You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we’re diving into Chapters 9 and 10 of The Secondary SLP Roadmap, all about work life balance and planning without relying on a traditional curriculum. We talk about how to move away from the pressure to constantly prep and instead create sessions that are functional, flexible, and sustainable. This conversation is especially for SLPs who feel overwhelmed, behind, or like they’re reinventing the wheel every week. These chapters offer a much needed shift toward doing less, but doing it more intentionally, so your therapy actually fits your real life.Want a FREE MONTH of SLP Elevate? Simply write a review of The Secondary SLP Roadmap, screenshot it, and send it to Hallie on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/speechtimefun/You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we’re diving into Chapters 7 and 8 of The Secondary SLP Roadmap, all about building rapport and creating effective routines. We talk about what rapport actually looks like with middle and high school students and how to build real connection without it feeling forced, then shift into how clear routines and expectations can make sessions run so much more smoothly. If your sessions ever feel inconsistent or like you’re constantly resetting, this conversation will give you a simple, practical way to create more structure while still keeping things flexible and student centered.You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss Chapters 5 and 6 of The Secondary SLP Roadmap by Hallie Sherman, which focus on connection over data collection and the importance of incorporating students’ interests into therapy. We talk about why building trust and rapport with secondary students is such an important part of meaningful intervention and how relationships can support engagement and progress. These chapters also highlight the value of using student interests to make sessions more relevant, motivating, and age respectful. We reflect on the balance between collecting useful data and staying present in the interaction so therapy does not start to feel disconnected or overly rigid. If you work with middle or high school students, this conversation offers helpful reminders about what really helps therapy feel meaningful and effective.You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss Chapter 4 of The Secondary SLP Roadmap by Hallie Sherman, which focuses on practical strategies for working with middle and high school students. We talk about how therapy with secondary students often looks different from elementary speech therapy and why choosing strategies that support real classroom demands is so important. This chapter highlights approaches that help students build functional communication, language, and learning skills they can use across classes and everyday situations. We also share ideas for making therapy engaging and relevant for older students while still targeting meaningful goals. If you are looking for fresh strategies to use with your secondary caseload, this conversation offers helpful ideas you can bring directly into your sessions.You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we discuss chapter three of The Secondary SLP Roadmap by Hallie Sherman, which focuses on where to start when working with secondary students and how to set meaningful therapy goals. We talk about how shifting toward functional, real world communication goals can help therapy feel more relevant for middle and high school students. This chapter encourages SLPs to look at the bigger picture of student needs and prioritize skills that support academic success, independence, and future planning. We also discuss strategies for deciding what to target first when students have multiple areas of need. If you have ever felt overwhelmed trying to prioritize goals on a secondary caseload, this conversation offers practical ideas and reassurance. Join us as we reflect on how this chapter can help guide therapy planning and support student success beyond the therapy room.You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're finally back with a new book! In this episode, we kick off our discussion of The Secondary SLP Road Map by Hallie Sherman, starting with the introduction and first two chapters. We talk about the unique role of the secondary school SLP, including the shift from early language development to supporting academic, social, and functional communication skills for older students. We also explore common challenges clinicians face in middle and high school settings, such as caseload complexity, collaboration with staff, and navigating schedules and service delivery models. Join us as we reflect on practical strategies and mindset shifts that can help SLPs feel more confident and effective when working with secondary students.We're discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group!You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading Chapter Ten from Free to Learn by Peter Gray, "Trustful Parenting in Our Modern World." In this chapter, Gray explores what it means to practice trustful parenting in today’s world. He describes how trusting children’s natural abilities to learn and grow (rather than controlling or over-directing them) creates space for independence, confidence, and responsibility. We discuss the tension many modern parents feel between societal pressures for achievement and the instinct to give kids freedom. Gray emphasizes that children flourish when adults provide safety, support, and resources while stepping back enough for curiosity and play to guide development. In our conversation, we reflect on how this perspective can shape our work as speech therapists.We're discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading Chapter Nine from Free to Learn by Peter Gray, "Free Age Mixing: A Key Ingredient for Children's Capacity for Self-Education." In this chapter, Gray focuses on the unique value of age-mixed play, where younger and older children learn together. He shows how younger kids benefit from observing and modeling older peers, while older children gain patience, empathy, and leadership skills by guiding the younger ones. We discuss how these interactions create a natural cycle of learning that is often missing in age-segregated classrooms. Gray emphasizes that age-mixed play mirrors real-life communities, making it one of the most powerful settings for both academic and social growth.We're discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading Chapter Eight from Free to Learn by Peter Gray, "The Role of Play in Social and Emotional Development." In this chapter, Gray explains how play is essential for children’s social and emotional development. Through play, kids practice cooperation, negotiation, empathy, and conflict resolution in ways that can’t be taught through direct instruction. We discuss how these experiences help children learn to manage emotions, build friendships, and develop resilience. Gray emphasizes that mixed-age, self-directed play provides especially rich opportunities for growth because younger children learn from older ones and older children practice leadership and care. In our conversation, we connect these ideas to speech therapy, reflecting on how play-based interactions support not only communication skills but also the social-emotional foundations that make learning possible.We're discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading Chapter Seven from Free to Learn by Peter Gray. In this chapter, Gray explores the “playful state of mind,” showing how play supports creativity, flexibility, and resilience in learning. He explains that play isn’t just an activity but a mindset where mistakes become opportunities and curiosity leads the way. We talk about how this state helps children take risks, problem-solve, and develop confidence without the fear of being judged. Gray contrasts this with the rigid, high-pressure atmosphere of traditional schooling, which often suppresses playfulness and intrinsic motivation. In our discussion, we reflect on how speech therapists can intentionally use playful contexts to reduce anxiety, encourage exploration, and make communication practice more meaningful.We're discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading Chapter Six from Free to Learn by Peter Gray, "The Human Educative Instincts." In this chapter, Gray explains that humans are born with powerful instincts that drive learning, including curiosity, play, and sociability. He shows how these natural tendencies have been essential for survival throughout history, helping children acquire the knowledge and skills of their communities. We discuss how traditional schooling often suppresses these instincts, replacing intrinsic motivation with external rewards and punishments. Gray emphasizes that when children are free to follow their interests, these instincts guide them toward deep, meaningful learning. In our conversation, we reflect on how speech therapists can tap into curiosity, play, and social connection to support communication growth in more natural and motivating ways.We're discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading Chapter Five from Free to Learn by Peter Gray, "Lessons from Sudbury Valley: Mother Nature Can Prevail in Modern Times." In this chapter, Gray shares insights from the Sudbury Valley School, a self-directed learning environment where students choose how to spend their time. He describes how, even without traditional classes or grades, children naturally develop critical skills like reading, problem-solving, and collaboration when given freedom and responsibility. We explore how the school’s democratic structure, where students have an equal voice in decision-making, fosters independence and respect. Gray argues that this model shows Mother Nature’s methods of curiosity, play, and social interaction can thrive even in today’s world. In our discussion, we connect these lessons to speech therapy, considering how creating space for choice and self-direction can empower children’s communication and growth.We're discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading Chapter Four from Free to Learn by Peter Gray. In this chapter, Gray lays out what he calls the “seven sins” of our current education system, each one showing how forced schooling undermines children’s natural drives to learn. He critiques practices such as coercing children to work, segregating them by age, judging them through constant testing, and replacing curiosity with fear of failure. We talk about how these systemic issues can stifle creativity, motivation, and self-confidence in ways that affect children far beyond the classroom. Gray emphasizes that these “sins” are not flaws in individual teachers but are baked into the structure of the system itself. In our discussion, we reflect on how these themes connect to speech therapy, highlighting the importance of honoring children’s voices, autonomy, and unique learning paths.We're discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading Chapter Three from Free to Learn by Peter Gray, "Why Schools Are What They Are: A Brief History of Education." In this chapter, Gray traces the history of formal education and explains how schools developed to meet the needs of agricultural and industrial societies rather than children’s natural ways of learning. He shows how early schools emphasized obedience, memorization, and conformity, shaping students into disciplined workers rather than independent thinkers. We discuss how this model has carried into modern education, often clashing with what we know about play, curiosity, and intrinsic motivation. Gray highlights that many of today’s struggles in education stem from this outdated framework. In our conversation, we reflect on how understanding this history can help us reimagine learning environments that better support children’s growth and communication.We're discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading Chapter Two from Free to Learn by Peter Gray, "The Play-Filled Lives of Hunter-Gatherer Children." In this chapter, Peter Gray describes the play-filled lives of hunter gatherer children, using the story of Kwi, an eleven-year-old Ju/’hoansi boy from the Kalahari, to illustrate his points. In these societies, children grow up without formal schooling and instead learn through self-directed play, exploration, and imitation of adult activities. They spend their days engaged in games and creative projects that mirror hunting, tool-making, building, music, and dance, naturally developing the skills they will need in adulthood. Mixed-age play groups help them learn cooperation, empathy, negotiation, and self-control, while the culture as a whole values autonomy, sharing, and equality. Gray suggests that modern education could take inspiration from this model by creating more opportunities for children to learn through play and personal choice rather than through rigid, adult-led instruction.We'll be discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group.Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New book alert! For the next couple months, we're reading Free to Learn by Peter Gray. We kick off this week with the Prologue and Chapter One. In the Prologue, Gray introduces his concern that modern schooling suppresses children's natural curiosity, playfulness, and drive to learn. He explains that his perspective shifted dramatically after witnessing how his own son thrived in a self-directed learning environment. In chapter one, "What Have We Done to Childhood?," Gray argues that modern society has drastically reduced children's freedom to play, explore, and pursue their own interests. He explains that increased schooling, adult control, and structured activities have led to a rise in anxiety, depression, and a decline in creativity and independence among children. Gray calls for a reevaluation of how we treat childhood, urging a return to more self-directed, play-based learning.We'll be discussing this book on WhatsApp! Click here to join the group.Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Find great shirts, sweatshirts, and wall art for SLPs in Laura's Etsy shop, Sunshine Speech Studio.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Connect with us on instagram @slp_bookclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're wrapping up The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. In Chapter 12, titled "What Parents Can Do Now," Haidt contrasts the controlling "carpenter" parenting approach with a "gardener" mindset that fosters children’s natural development through a nurturing environment. For young children (ages 0-5), he recommends prioritizing interactive real-world play with diverse age groups and limiting screen time, favoring interactive video calls over passive viewing. Haidt advocates for delaying smartphone access until high school and social media until age 16 to protect adolescents from the mental health risks associated with a phone-based childhood. He emphasizes collective action, encouraging parents to coordinate with others to establish norms that promote independence, free play, and real-world experiences over digital engagement. In the conclusion, Haidt encourages us to "Speak Up" and "Link Up." He urges individuals to advocate for policies and cultural shifts that reduce the harmful impact of smartphones and social media on youth mental health. "Link Up" emphasizes collective action, encouraging parents, educators, and communities to collaborate in creating tech-free spaces and promoting real-world engagement to foster healthier childhoods.If you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter 11 from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, "What Schools Can Do Now." In this chapter, Haidt outlines actionable steps schools can take to address the mental health crisis among youth caused by the shift to a phone-based childhood. He strongly advocates for phone-free schools, recommending the use of phone lockers to eliminate distractions and foster face-to-face social engagement, which is critical for developing communication skills. Haidt also emphasizes increasing opportunities for free, unsupervised play, suggesting longer recesses and "play clubs" with mixed-age groups to promote resilience and social skills. These reforms aim to counteract the negative effects of excessive screen time, such as attention fragmentation and social deprivation, which impair students’ mental health and learning. By creating environments that prioritize real-world interaction, schools can help restore a healthier, play-based childhood.If you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapters nine and ten from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. In chapter nine, "Preparing for Collective Action," Haidt emphasizes the urgent need for societal cooperation to address the mental health crisis caused by the phone-based childhood. He proposes four types of collective responses: voluntary coordination, shifting social norms, technological solutions, and legislative measures, to delay smartphone and social media access, fostering healthier childhoods through community-driven efforts. In chapter ten, "What Governments and Tech Companies Can Do Now," Haidt outlines actionable steps for governments and tech companies to mitigate the mental health crisis fueled by unrestricted smartphone and social media use among youth. He advocates for legislative measures like raising the age of internet adulthood to 16, enforcing age verification, and mandating tech companies to enhance safety features to protect children from harmful content and addictive design. Haidt also urges tech companies to proactively redesign platforms to reduce addictive features, limit algorithmic amplification of harmful content, and support parental controls. He stresses the importance of coordinated policy efforts and corporate responsibility to create a safer digital environment, complementing community and parental initiatives.If you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter eight, "Spiritual Elevation and Degradation" from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. In this chapter, Haidt explores how the decline of spiritual and communal practices has impacted the mental health of young people in the digital age. He argues that humans have a natural inclination toward spiritual experiences, which historically provided meaning, connection, and transcendence through shared rituals and beliefs. However, the rise of technology, particularly smartphones and social media, has replaced these uplifting experiences with shallow, individualistic, and often degrading digital interactions. Haidt suggests that this shift has left Generation Z more disconnected, anxious, and spiritually unmoored, as virtual environments fail to fulfill the human need for awe, purpose, and community. He emphasizes the importance of fostering real-world spiritual practices, such as mindfulness, religious engagement, or nature-based experiences, to counteract the negative effects of digital overload. The chapter calls for a cultural reclamation of sacred, embodied experiences to restore mental and emotional well-being in young people.If you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter seven, "What is Happening to Boys?" from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. In this chapter, Haidt examines the mental health crisis affecting boys, driven by the shift to a phone-based childhood. Since the early 2010s, boys have experienced rising depression and anxiety, though less severely than girls, alongside a long-term decline in school engagement and achievement. The accessibility of video games and pornography has pulled many boys into virtual worlds, reducing real-world social interactions and contributing to loneliness and disconnection. For a subset of boys, excessive gaming leads to addiction, harming mental and physical health and straining family relationships. Haidt notes that boys’ retreat into digital spaces, coupled with overprotective parenting and reduced unsupervised play, hinders their development of resilience and social skills. This "Great Rewiring" of childhood has left many boys at risk of "failure to launch," with some becoming young adults not engaged in education, employment, or training.If you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter six from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, "Why Social Media Harms Girls More." In this chapter, Jonathan Haidt explores the disproportionate negative impact of social media on girls' mental health. He argues that girls are more vulnerable to social media's effects due to their heightened sensitivity to social comparison and relational aggression. The chapter highlights how platforms amplify insecurities through curated images and idealized lifestyles, leading to increased anxiety, depression, and body image issues. Haidt cites research showing that girls who spend more time on social media report lower self-esteem and higher rates of self-harm. He emphasizes the need for targeted interventions to mitigate these harms, such as limiting social media use and fostering real-world connections.If you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter five from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, "The Four Foundational Harms." In this chapter, Jonathan Haidt outlines four foundational harms of the phone-based childhood: social deprivation, sleep deprivation, attention fragmentation, and addiction. He argues that excessive smartphone use reduces face-to-face interactions, critical for social development, leading to increased loneliness and weakened relationships. Sleep deprivation, caused by late-night screen time, contributes to anxiety, irritability, and impaired cognitive function, particularly in teens. Attention fragmentation results from constant notifications and multitasking, diminishing focus and deep engagement with tasks. Lastly, Haidt describes addiction to smartphones and social media, driven by dopamine-fueled apps, which disrupts healthy development and well-being. These harms collectively exacerbate the mental health crisis among adolescents, with evidence showing a sharp rise in anxiety, depression, and self-harm since the widespread adoption of smartphones around 2010.If you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter four from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, "Puberty and the Blocked Transition to Adulthood." This chapter explores how the shift to a phone-based childhood disrupts the critical developmental transitions of puberty, delaying adolescents' progression toward adulthood. Haidt argues that the over-reliance on smartphones and social media reduces real-world experiences, limiting opportunities for risk-taking, independence, and identity formation essential during puberty. Haidt highlights how digital immersion replaces physical and social activities, leading to a "blocked transition" where teens remain in a prolonged state of dependency rather than developing adult-like responsibilities. He points to data showing declines in milestones like getting a driver’s license or entering the workforce, with 60% fewer teens working part-time jobs compared to previous generations. The chapter also discusses how social media’s curated environments amplify self-consciousness and social comparison, particularly for girls, exacerbating anxiety and hindering self-esteem development. Haidt emphasizes that this rewiring of adolescence by technology creates a generation less equipped for the challenges of adulthood.If you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter three from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, "The Great Rewiring: How Childhood Changed, 2010–2015." This chapter examines the rapid shift from play-based to phone-based childhoods during the early 2010s, which Haidt calls the "Great Rewiring." He argues that the widespread adoption of smartphones and social media fundamentally altered how children socialize, learn, and develop, leading to increased mental health issues. The chapter highlights how this period saw a decline in free play and face-to-face interactions, replaced by screen time that disrupted critical developmental processes like synaptic pruning, essential for healthy brain development. Haidt identifies three key instincts (free play, attunement, and social learning) that are undermined by excessive device use, contributing to social deprivation and emotional challenges. He supports this with data showing a surge in anxiety and depression among Gen Z, particularly as smartphone ownership became nearly universal by 2016. The chapter sets the stage for exploring specific harms to boys and girls in later sections, emphasizing the loss of real-world experiencesIf you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter two from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. This chapter is titled "What Children Need to Do in Childhood," and in it, Haidt explores the essential developmental needs of children, emphasizing the critical role of play in fostering resilience and social skills. He argues that unstructured, independent play allows children to test limits, navigate risks, and build emotional and social competence, which are vital for healthy development. Haidt highlights how the shift from a play-based to a phone-based childhood has disrupted these processes, leaving children less equipped to handle adversity. He draws on research to show that mammals, including humans, require play to wire their brains for adulthood, and its absence can lead to increased anxiety and weaker social bonds. The chapter sets the stage for understanding how modern childhood, dominated by screens, undermines these foundational experiences.If you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back after a two month hiatus and ready to tackle The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. This week we're covering the Introduction and Chapter One. The introduction outlines how the shift from a play-based childhood to a screen-dominated one has disrupted healthy development. Haidt argues that this "great rewiring" of childhood, starting around 2010, correlates with increased anxiety, depression, and self-harm. Chapter One delves into the data, showing sharp spikes in mental health disorders, particularly among girls, post-smartphone era. He highlights how constant connectivity and curated online lives erode real-world social skills and self-esteem. The chapter sets the stage for examining solutions to restore a healthier childhood.If you want to join the discussion, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're finishing up How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish. We cover the final section, "The Next Generation," which was written by Adele Faber's daughter. We learn about how this style of parenting impacts children, and how those children later parent their own children. We also discuss tips and tricks she's learned as she's carried on her mom's work in workshops of her own. There are some great tidbits in this little section, don't miss it! If you want to join our discussion and weigh in on the end, please click here to join our online book club community!We won't be posting podcast episodes in March or April. We WILL be discussing the podcast The Telepathy Tapes in our online community. Make sure to check it out if you're interested!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading chapter seven from How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish: Putting It All Together. We discuss how to incorporate all the strategies we've learned in this book into our interactions with the kids we work with. We also cover some of the additional information from the end of the book, including the afterword, letters from families, and the section titled, "Their Native Tongue." If you want to join our discussion and weigh in on the end, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading chapter six from How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish: Freeing Children from Playing Roles. This chapter emphasizes how kids often get stuck in labels like "the shy one" or "the troublemaker," which can limit their growth. The authors suggest practical ways to help children break free from these roles by noticing and reinforcing positive behaviors, giving them opportunities to act differently, and changing the way we speak about them. Parents can acknowledge past behavior while expressing confidence in their child's ability to change. By shifting perceptions and allowing children to see themselves in new ways, they can develop more positive and flexible identities.If you want to join our discussion and weigh in on chapter six, please click here to join our online book club community!Click here to complete the Buzzfeed grammar quiz we take at the beginning of the episode!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading chapter five from How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish: Praise. This chapter emphasizes the importance of using praise effectively to build a child’s self-esteem and motivation. The authors caution against vague or excessive praise, which can feel insincere or pressure children to constantly meet high expectations. Instead, they suggest describing what the child has done specifically, allowing them to recognize their own achievements. This kind of descriptive praise helps children develop confidence and internal motivation rather than relying on external validation. The chapter also highlights the difference between evaluative praise (e.g., "You're so smart!") and descriptive praise (e.g., "You worked hard on that puzzle and didn’t give up!"), encouraging parents to focus on effort and progress. By shifting how we praise, SLPs can foster resilience, independence, and a growth mindset in our students and clients.If you want to join our discussion and weigh in on chapter five, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading chapter four from How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish: Encouraging Autonomy. This chapter focuses on helping children develop independence and decision-making skills. It emphasizes avoiding over-controlling behavior, which can undermine a child’s confidence and growth. Instead, the chapter suggests empowering kids by offering choices, respecting their struggles, and encouraging problem-solving rather than providing all the answers. By fostering autonomy, parents (and SLPs) help children build self-reliance and a sense of responsibility. If you want to join our discussion and weigh in on chapter three, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading chapter three from How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish: Alternatives to Punishment. We discuss the authors' suggestions for what to do when children misbehave or get into trouble, including letting kids face the natural consequences of their actions and problem solving with the child to find solutions that work for both of you. If you want to join our discussion and weigh in on chapter three, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're reading chapter two from How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish: Engaging Cooperation. We discuss how challenging it can be at times to respond to children empathetically, and then impact it can have when we don't. We cover the authors' five techniques for engaging cooperation: describing the problem, giving information, saying it with a word, talking about your feelings, and writing a note. If you want to join our discussion and weigh in on chapter two, please click here to join our online book club community!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've started a new book: How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish. We'll be reading this book for the next two months and discussing it in our online book club community each week! In this episode, we cover chapter one: Helping Children Deal with Their Feelings. We discuss the connection between how a child feels and the way he behaves, how denial of feelings impacts children (and adults), the importance of responding empathetically when kids experience strong emotions, and their four-step approach for helping children deal with their feelings.If you are not yet a member and want to join our online book club community where we discuss the book (it's free), click here!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're finishing up The Heartbeat of Speech-Language Pathology by Phuong Lien Palafox. Her final chapter is called "I See You, SLP" and truly captures the heart of our work. Phuong acknowledges how hard we work and how we go above and beyond for our students/clients. We discuss this chapter and our final thoughts on the book. We're taking November off and will be back to discuss How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk in December/January.Click here to complete the Halloween Buzzfeed quiz we take at the beginning of this episode.Click here to check out Phuong's children's book, Buoy.Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter six from The Heartbeat of Speech-Language Pathology by Phuong Lien Palafox. This chapter focuses on cultural competency, the importance of names, and the role of kindness in speech language pathology. Phuong emphasize the need for understanding diverse backgrounds and the significance of names in identity, advocating for compassion and equity all that we do.Click here to check out Phuong's children's book, Buoy.Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter five from The Heartbeat of Speech-Language Pathology by Phuong Lien Palafox. Chapter five is called "Family Centered Practice" and focuses on the importance of building relationships with the families of the children we support. We discuss the importance of collaboration, trust, and respect when working with families. We start out this episode with a discussion of Facilitated Communication and the Netflix documentary "Tell Them You Love Me." We'd love to know your thoughts! Let us know by connecting with us on Instagram @slp_bookclub.Click here to check out Phuong's children's book, Buoy.Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapters three and four from The Heartbeat of Speech-Language Pathology by Phuong Lien Palafox. Chapter three is called, "Lessons for Your Career" and in it, Phuong describes how to handle grief at work and the five most important lessons she's learned about being an SLP. Chapter four, "Effective Strategies for All Sessions," provides Phuong's approach to building connections AND making progress in speech therapy sessions. We discuss her five most important strategies and ideas: building relationships and rapport, knowing your goals, brain-based interventions, literacy-based interventions, and honoring the brain, heart, effort, and fun.Click here to check out Phuong's children's book, Buoy.Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're baaaaaack! In October we're reading The Heartbeat of Speech-Language Pathology by Phuong Lien Palafox. This book is written BY a speech-language pathologist FOR speech-language pathologists, and we're loving it. This week we cover the prologue and chapters one and two. We start out by discussing Phuong's family history and her journey to becoming an SLP. We cover the importance of knowing and reflecting on WHY you became an SLP. We discuss the good, the bad, and the reason when it comes to speech-language pathology. And finally, we go over the three tiers of evidence-based practice. The rest of the book will be focused on the importance of connection and honoring the values and perspectives of our clients and their families. We can't wait to share this special book with you.Click here to check out Phuong's children's book, Buoy.Click here to watch Phuong perform her song, "The Work Must Go On."Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're bringing you a special bonus episode, our interview with occupational therapist Katie Hamlin Pacheco. Katie is a former teacher turned occupational therapist and the author of "How to Be a Brain Executive: And Get Sensory Sharp!" If you support children who would benefit from understanding more about how their brain and sensory system work, you're going to love this interview with Katie. She is incredibly passionate about sensory integration and processing, and her enthusiasm really shines through as we talk with her.Check out Katie's Sensory Sharp Online Course here at brainexecutiveprogram.com/online-learning and use the code SLPBOOK to get a discount!Follow Katie on Instagram here: instagram.com/brain_executive_programHead to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're wrapping up Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered. We start with a conversation about Adrianne starting the new school year as a teletherapist (very demure, very mindful). Then we get into the recent news about Better Speech's AI speech therapist, Jessica. Will artificial intelligence replace speech therapists? Not likely. Then we cover the conclusion of Lisa Murphy, going through her action plan for becoming truly child centered. We're not reading a book in September because we're taking a little break, but tune in next week to hear our interview with occupational therapist Katie Hamlin Pacheco!Check out Stephanie from Chomper Champs Speech Therapy here: www.instagram.com/chomper_champs_speechtherapyThere is a template for a letter to ASHA linked in her bio!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Interested in learning more about the Tiny Talkers Group Curriculum? Go to tinytalkersgroupcurriculum.com to check it out and use our code BOOKCLUB10 to get 10% off when you purchase the program.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter nine from Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered. This chapter covers the seven things: making sure children have time to move, create, sing, discuss, observe, read, and play EACH and EVERY day. We go through each of the seven things, linking activities children engage in to the four developmental domains of DAP. We also discuss the 16 different types of play categorized by Bob Hughes and reminisce about some of our own childhood experiences engaging in recapitulative play. It's a fun one!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Interested in learning more about the Tiny Talkers Group Curriculum? Go to tinytalkersgroupcurriculum.com to check it out and use our code BOOKCLUB10 to get 10% off when you purchase the program.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter eight from Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered. The philosophical attribute of being child-centered in this chapter is, "Adults Are Aware of the Importance of Keeping it Real." We discuss the importance of real, relevant experiences for the young children we work with. No more plastic apples, cookie cutter craftivities, and worksheets! Give them real apples to pick, cut, eat, paint with, mash, bake, and describe! Or don't even learn about apples! If it's not relevant or interesting to your preschool students, you shouldn't be teaching about it. Lisa Murphy is fired up in this chapter and we're loving it.Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Interested in learning more about the Tiny Talkers Group Curriculum? Go to tinytalkersgroupcurriculum.com to check it out and use our code BOOKCLUB10 to get 10% off when you purchase the program.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapters six and seven from Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered. Chapter six is called "Adults are able to articulate the intention behind their words and actions." We discuss intentional teaching and the importance of asking yourself why you're doing activities and who they're for. Chapter seven is "Adults are familiar with the key contributions of historical child development theorists." Lisa takes us through the contributions of child development greats like Jean Piaget, Maria Montessori, Lev Vygotsky, and more. We learned a lot from this chapter and we hope you will too!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Interested in learning more about the Tiny Talkers Group Curriculum? Go to tinytalkersgroupcurriculum.com to check it out and use our code BOOKCLUB10 to get 10% off when you purchase the program.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're covering chapter five from Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered: "Adults Serve as Facilitators Within the Space." We discuss letting go of your need for control, how to "take ten" when making changes to your program, and how to anticipate the outcomes of these changes. We go over how this information applies to our work as SLPs and how we can let go, control the environment, and really support children as facilitators. Enjoy!Click here to access the Buzzfeed quiz we took at the beginning of the episode and find out what bread you are!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Interested in learning more about the Tiny Talkers Group Curriculum? Go to tinytalkersgroupcurriculum.com to check it out and use our code BOOKCLUB10 to get 10% off when you purchase the program.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're discussing chapters three and four from Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered. Chapter three is called "Children Are Able to Explore the Environment with Few Restrictions, or You Really Don't Need a Lot of Rules." We discuss the idea of letting go of some rules we have in place, analyzing WHY we have the rules we have, and whether all of our rules are developmentally appropriate for the kids we work with. Chapter four is called "The Secret to Good Teaching, or Controlling the Environment Instead of the Children." This chapter is SO applicable to our work as SLPs. How many times have you had to tell kids "No" when they want to explore or play with something you have right there in the environment? Kids will be kids. Kids are curious. Set up the environment so you can say "Yes" more often. Lisa takes us through some various scenarios in the classroom where you can control the environment instead of the children. Lots of valuable information in these two short chapters, you're going to love this one!Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Interested in learning more about the Tiny Talkers Group Curriculum? Go to tinytalkersgroupcurriculum.com to check it out and use our code BOOKCLUB10 to get 10% off when you purchase the program.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're discussing chapter two from Lisa Murphy on Being Child Centered. The philosophical attribute covered in this chapter is "Children Have Lots of Outdoor Time." Sounds simple, right? This seems to be a topic Lisa Murphy is incredibly passionate about, and we can see why. She dispels myths and rumors surrounding outdoor play (can cold weather really make you sick??) and encourages us to know the rules and regulations for ourselves so we can make sure kids are getting as much time outdoors as possible. Why? Because it's so good for their physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development! Did you know kids who engage in risky play are more confident when it comes to literacy? There are other benefits to outdoor play that might surprise you, and we discuss them all! Enjoy :)Head to patreon.com/theslpbookclub/membership to become an SLP Book Club supporter! You'll get episodes early and ad-free and a resource from Laura's TPT store every month.You can check out Adrianne's new app, Say Hello, by going to sayhellospeech.com/say-hello-app.View the app in the Apple App Store here and on Google Play here.Interested in learning more about the Tiny Talkers Group Curriculum? Go to tinytalkersgroupcurriculum.com to check it out and use our code BOOKCLUB10 to get 10% off when you purchase the program.If you love what we're doing at the SLP Book Club, please consider leaving us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen. This is the best way to support the podcast and help other SLPs and educators find us!Join the discussion on instagram @slp_bookclub.Find us on TikTok @theslpbookclub.A lot of the resources mentioned in the podcast are free to download in the Laura G SLP store on TPT, find them here!Disclosure: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.