As Speech-Language Pathologists, we work closely with other healthcare professionals in order to ensure that your child receives holistic, collaborative, and comprehensive care. One field that is closely related to ours is the field of neuropsychology. Oftentimes, a referral to a neuropsychologist will be recommended following a speech-language-literacy assessment. Who are neuropsychologists? What do they […]

Happy Halloween from everyone at Chicago Speech and Reading Center!! Today is such an exciting day as kiddos get to wear costumes, participate in parties at school and trick or treating in the afternoon. The fun doesn’t have to stop there! There are tons of activities to do at home. These activities are fun for […]

Fall has officially arrived in Chicago! The air is starting to get crisp and the leaves are turning over to their beautiful colors. Autumn is a great time to explore new books as we start to transition into the colder months. Here are some great recommendations for a range of ages that celebrate autumn and […]

 Baby sign language is a fun way to interact with your kiddo and can have an amazing impact on your children’s ability to communicate. Personally, I have had great experiences incorporating it into the daily activities with my own baby, as well as during therapy sessions with little ones on my caseload.  HOW TO TEACH […]

What is the O.G. Program? The Orton-Gillingham (O.G.) Approach to reading is an explicit, multisensory, systematic approach to literacy instruction created especially for individuals with dyslexia. It was originally developed by a neuropsychiatrist and psychologist, Samuel Orton and Anna Gillingham, in the 1930s. They developed the program to help struggling readers understand the connections between […]