Simple and Soapy

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You have accessThe ASHA LeaderGlimpses1 Oct 2017Simple and Soapy Nanette CoteMA, CCC-SLP Nanette Cote Google Scholar More articles by this author , MA, CCC-SLP https://doi.org/10.1044/leader.GL.22102017.8 SectionsAbout ToolsAdd to favorites ShareFacebookTwitterLinked In Sometimes, simple is just right! My goal was to make a session so much fun that it would prompt imitative and spontaneous vocalizations from my young client. I filled a large, clear bin with warm, soapy water and a few interactive toys to set the stage. The bubbles were perfect for “hiding” objects, playing peek-a-boo and vocalizing “pop.” Since the bin was clear, we could see objects “under” water. We also talked about target words: more, in, out, up and water. This session proved to be one of the most vocal ones ever with this client. I believe that fun, emotionally charged play helps foster stronger language connections and, in turn, supports expressive language. About me: I am originally from Rhode Island, but have lived in Illinois for 10 years. After working in early intervention, school and hospital settings for 18 years, I launched my private speech and language practice, Naperville Therapediatrics, in my home office four years ago. When time permits, I blog and occasionally post as a “Frenzied SLP.” I have been married for 12 years to Chris, and I’m the proud swim mom of our 11-year-old son, Drake. Author Notes —Nanette Cote, MA, CCC-SLPinstagram.com/speech2me Advertising Disclaimer | Advertise With Us Advertising Disclaimer | Advertise With Us Additional Resources FiguresSourcesRelatedDetails Volume 22Issue 10October 2017 Get Permissions Add to your Mendeley library History Published in print: Oct 1, 2017 Metrics Current downloads: 283 Topicsasha-topicsleader_do_tagasha-article-typesleader-topicsCopyright & Permissions© 2017 American Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationLoading ...