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07/08/2020
This summer, Chain Bridge Speech & Language is offering virtual reading, writing and speech therapy sessions! Our reading and writing certified clinicians work with students of all ages. Please visit our website or contact us today to learn more!
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06/04/2020
embracerace.org Beyond addressing issues of race and racism, this children’s reading list focuses on taking action. It highlights resistance, resilience and activism; and seeks to empower youth to participate in the ongoing movement for racial justice.
05/26/2020
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05/22/2020
Are your summer camps cancelled? Consider virtual sessions with Chain Bridge Speech & Language! We offer reading and writing services for students of all ages. Whether your child is learning the basics or is working on college essays, our reading and writing certified clinicians offer virtual sessions during the summer. Contact us today to learn more!
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01/27/2020
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12/04/2019
For this week's Tuesday Tip, we are sharing 4 holiday gift ideas for children! Not only are these games fun, but they also help kids learn to read and write.
1. Bananagrams https://www.amazon.com/Bananagrams-BAN001/dp/1932188126
2. Zingo! Word Builder https://www.amazon.com/ThinkFun-Zingo-Builder-Early-Reading/dp/B00GRV5JMU
3. Zingo! Sight Words https://www.amazon.com/ThinkFun-Zingo-Sight-Words-Reading/dp/B008RU8GC4
4. Shake & Make Words https://www.amazon.com/Fat-Brain-Toys-Shake-Make/dp/B07F2TCP2W
Live from the International Dyslexia Conference in Portland, Oregon!
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10/31/2019
Happy Halloween from Chain Bridge Speech & Language!
10/29/2019
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10/29/2019
With Halloween right around the corner, this week's Tuesday Tip is a message of inclusion! The Autism Community in Action has laid out 5 tips that can ensure the safety of all children on Halloween. Continue reading this article to learn about other ways to make Halloween night fun for all children, especially those with special needs- https://tacanow.org/family-resources/trick-or-treat/?fbclid=IwAR1J5r1ZxC7VmHQIS1H3wuvf_1psDtWiLdaWjWxesRKO5JrGgTEu-6DdbQw
10/23/2019
Continuing with Dyslexia Awareness Month, this week's Tuesday Tip is all about knowing some of the common early signs and symptoms of dyslexia. Many children with dyslexia experience difficulties with learning and using written language. At Chain Bridge Speech & Language, we provide assessments and therapy for individuals with dyslexia. To find out more about our services, please visit our website www.chainbridgespeech.com Thank you to the International Dyslexia Association and ADDitude Magazine for the common signs and symptoms of dyslexia https://dyslexiaida.org/dyslexia-basics/ , https://www.additudemag.com/unlikely-signs-of-dyslexia/
For this week's Tuesday Tip, we are focusing on the importance of basic sentence structure. Implementing strong writing habits early is crucial for the success of your child in school and in life. The Writing Revolution and Frame Your Thoughts are two great resources that discuss specific strategies and methods for improving writing abilities at any age. At Chain Bridge Speech & Language, we provide services in all areas of reading and writing. Interested in learning more about how we can help your child develop strong writing skills? Check out our website at www.chainbridgespeech.com
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! This week's Tuesday Tip focuses on the importance of spreading awareness and supporting the dyslexia community. We will be posting stories, strategies and other useful information throughout the month to increase awareness. If you think your child may have dyslexia, please reach out to us and we would love to provide you with more information. You may also go to dyslexiaida.org , where you can find more information about dyslexia.
Now that the new school year has started you may be wondering: how is my child doing? Many schools will administer various baseline tests in the beginning of the year, which can be discussed in the fall parent-teacher conferences. If you are having concerns about your child's performance, we offer assessments and testing in all areas of speech, language, reading and writing. To learn more about the services we provide, please visit our website at www.chainbridgespeech.com
09/11/2019
Now that the new school year has started, here are 4 reading strategies that will help your child develop good reading habits. Thank you to ADDitude Magazine for these great tips! Be sure to check out this link to read the rest of their reading strategies. https://www.additudemag.com/reading-strategies-child-adhd-learning-disabilities-tips/?utm_source=eletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=school_september_2019&utm_content=090419&goal=0_d9446392d6-e7a5c78fa0-287714965
With the new school year right around the corner, this week's Tuesday Tip is all about getting back in a normal school routine. Check out this great post by Study Right for 6 back-to-school tips for students any age! Follow this link to read more https://www.studyright.net/blog/6-back-to-school-tips/
07/29/2019
As the end of the summer quickly approaches, check out these 10 travel tips for families affected by autism. Preparing in advance can ensure that every stage of the vacation is smooth for the whole family, whether you are traveling by plane or by car. Don't forget to contact hotels or other destinations prior to arriving with any necessary accommodations to ensure a safe and comfortable stay!
Check out the 10 travel tips here - https://www.autismspeaks.org/blog/oh-places-youll-gowith-these-10-travel-tips?fbclid=IwAR3ePbf6A2vl_pnqUOW6vG7CtaGPjZtGfPmnlOZGoKRq-a1amSMSKM91Z80
Are you traveling this summer?
Shout out your favorite places to travel in the comments!
07/14/2019
Reading is a complex skill and one that requires many parts in order for a child to become a successful reader. The following article and visual provide a clear explanation of the language comprehension and word recognition skills that need to be developed in children when learning to read. Thank you to the International Dyslexia Association for this great article!
07/04/2019
Happy Independence Day from Chain Bridge Speech & Language! We wish everyone a happy and safe July 4th weekend.
The Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure is going on now! Visit the library website to find out more information about book requirements and reading logs. All children and teens that complete the Summer Reading Adventure by August 31st will receive a coupon book!
Happy Summer Vacation! Don't forget to come by the library after school and sign up for the Summer Reading Adventure! Online sign up also available for kids http://bit.ly/FCPLSummer.
06/19/2019
Summer is a great time for kids to further develop speech and language skills. Speech and language skills, like reading, require daily practice in order for good communication habits to form. Here are 5 ways you can incorporate language and communication skills in fun summer activities! Thank you to Infinity Children's Services, ASHA and Mommy Speech Therapy for the great ideas! For more information, please visit our website, or check out any of the links below:
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Welcome back to another Tuesday Tip! This week's tip is all about etymology, the study of the origin of words. Knowing the etymology of words can be useful when teaching young children reading and writing. Understanding the original meaning of words can help children understand why words are spelled a particular way and the meaning of words. www.etymonline.com is a great resource for all things etymology. You can use the etymology dictionary to look up words and browse through articles related to etymology. Check out the website www.etymonline.com to learn more, and don't forget to check back next week for the next Tuesday Tip!
05/29/2019
This week's Tuesday Tip is all about accent modification! Many non native English speakers struggle with the pronunciation of certain English words and sounds due to their accent. Regardless of English fluency level, non native speakers are frequently asked to repeat what they have said because their listener cannot understand them. One tip for accent modification is to record yourself speaking and then compare it with a recording of a native English speaker talking. This will allow you to identify the words and sounds you struggle with, and track your progress as you work to improve pronunciation. At Chain Bridge Speech & Language, we work with clients of all ages on accent modification therapy. For more information, please visit our website! www.chainbridgespeech.com. Thank you to Spoken English Practice for the great tip! https://www.spokenenglishpractice.com/3-tips-to-improve-pronunciation-and-reduce-your-accent/
05/23/2019
May is Better Speech & Hearing Month! This month helps to raise awareness about communication disorders and treatments. At Chain Bridge Speech & Language, our therapists provide evaluations and treatment for communication disorders. Check out the ASHA website for more information about communication disorders, diagnosis and treatment! You can also find information about the services we provide on our website, or by contacting us at [email protected]
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05/21/2019
This week's Tuesday Tip is the FLOSS rule! The FLOSS rule is used to help students remember when to use a double "f", "l" and "s" at the end of a word. This rule states that when a /f/, /l/, /s/, (or /z/), is heard after a short vowel at the end of a one-syllable word, that letter is doubled. The word "floss" follows this rule and also serves as a memory aid because it contains the letters "f", "l" and "s". The FLOSS rule is just one of many memory aids that can help young students learn spelling rules! If your child is having difficulty with spelling, our speech therapists can provide direct spelling intervention! Thank you to Make, Take & Teach for providing the great FLOSS rule visual! All of this information can be found on the Make, Take & Teach website ( https://blog.maketaketeach.com/the-floss-rule/ ).
Welcome back to another Tuesday Tip! The topic of this week's video is stuttering and the distinction between normal speech disfluencies and patterns of stuttering. Normal speech disfluencies such as the repetition of a sound or word and the use of "uh" and "um" are common in young children that are beginning to develop language. If regular speech disfluencies are still present by age 6, your child may be experiencing stuttering. Early detection and intervention are the best ways to prevent prolonged stuttering. Our speech therapists provide evaluations and speech therapy for clients that stutter, ultimately working to create a treatment plan and strategies to prevent long term stuttering.
This weeks Tuesday Tip is all about articulation and the development of speech sounds. While all children develop language at different rates, these developmental milestones can serve as a guideline for normal speech and language development and progression. Knowing and understanding the age-approproate speech and language developmental milestones can help you determine if your child is experiencing speech delays. If you are having concerns about your childs language development, you can consult with your family doctor or a speech-language pathologist. Chain Bridge Speech & Language clinicians provide language development evaluations along with speech therapy for children experiencing articulation disorders.
More information can be found at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association website (www.asha.org) or at the Chain Bridge Speech and Language website (www.chainbridgespeech.com)
Welcome back to another Tuesday Tip! This week's video is all about social skills and pragmatic language. Social competency is necessary for people of all ages, and is a set of skills that requires practice in order to develop. Pragmatic language is the set of rules that is generally followed when in social situations (ASHA). "Think Social! A Social Thinking Curriculum for School-Age Students" is a book that focuses on teaching social-cognitive and communication skills to students. This book can be found on the website www.socialthinking.com.
At Chain Bridge Speech & Language, we believe that social skills and pragmatic language are key components of quality speech therapy. Social skills, along with speech and language, are skills that should develop together in order to benefit the individual.
This weeks Tuesday Tip video is all about some early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)! Early diagnosis and intervention can improve the quality of life for a person with autism. Know the early signs of autism and always speak with a medical professional if you have other questions about Autism Spectrum Disorder. This video is for educational purposes, not for diagnosis.
Auditory processing is a key component to the development of speech and language skills and daily life skills. When the auditory system is not functioning properly, it affects balance, motor skills, concentration, communication, reading skills, etc (Berard AIT Website). Recognizing the signs of auditory processing difficulties early can greatly improve an individual's speech and language development as well as everyday functioning.
The Berard Auditory Integration Training is one intervention that is used to address auditory processing difficulties. Kristin Keller has been trained and certified as a practitioner in the Berard Auditory Integration Training since 2006. Kristin is also a certified instructor in the Berard method and serves on the Board of Directors for BAITIS (Berard Auditory Integration Training International Society).
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Keep lighting it up BLUE this month for Autism Awareness Month!
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04/09/2019
April is Autism Awareness Month and Chain Bridge Speech & Language is lighting it up blue!
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are often characterized by challenges in social communication and social interaction and the presence of restricted, repetitive behaviors.
Signs of ASD typically appear during early childhood. Research shows that increased awareness and early intervention, such as speech and language therapy, significantly improve outcomes.
Chain Bridge Speech & Language has speech therapists on staff who have had years of experience working with individuals with ASD. We tailor our therapy sessions to the individual strengths and needs of each person.
Please contact us at www.chainbridgespeech.com
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04/03/2019
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This weeks Tuesday Tip video is all about reading! Words that end with the silent "e" can be tricky for beginner readers, so this tip makes learning the silent "e" rule fun. Watch this video to see how Kristin teaches her students about the sneaky "e" in the classroom!
What is the Berard Auditory Integration Training?
Auditory and sensory processing problems cause many difficulties interpreting daily experiences. The Berard AIT method works to improve auditory and sensory processing capabilities, and participants excel at language, learning and social abilities.
Participants use headphones to listen to music that provides auditory stimulation. This stimulation reorganizes the dysfunctional sensory center so the brain can better interpret disorganized information.
The Bearad Auditory Integration training was originally developed by Dr. Guy Berard who successfully used this method in Europe, and has since become known as one of the most effective methods for enhanced listening skills, language, learning and sound tolerance.
Kristin Keller has been trained and certified as a practitioner in the Beard Auditory Integration Training since 2006. Kristin is also a certified instructor in the Berard method and serves on the Board of Directors for BAITIS (Berard Auditory Integration Training International Society).
For more information, please visit the approved Berard AIT website at:
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berardaitwebsite.com WELCOME TO THE BERARD AIT WEBSITE It is likely that you are visiting this website to learn more about the Berard method of auditory integration training (AIT). There are many different sound-based interventions available now and it can be difficult and confusing trying to sort through them. During y...
03/18/2019
Meet our founder, Kristin Keller!
Kristin started Chain Bridge Speech and Language, LLC in June 2014. She holds a Master of Science in Communication Disorders from the Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions and a Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders from the University of Virginia. Kristin has worked in the Fairfax County Public School system, at the Oakwood School in Annandale, VA and currently at the Lab School of Washington. In addition to Kristin's speech training, she is certified in reading and writing disorders with extensive experience in the Orton-Gillingham method. Kristin holds the rare distinction of being one of the only practicing speech language pathologists in Northern Virginia who is also certified to treat reading and writing difficulties.
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