Halloween Speech & Language Activities for October
October is full of speech-language potential—and these Halloween-themed activities make it fun and functional. Here’s a roundup of engaging, low-prep therapy ideas (with direct links!) to support communication goals in the most festive way possible.
Make Halloween Accessible with AAC Core Words for the Season
Halloween is full of communication moments—if we make space for them. Here’s how to support AAC users with core vocabulary, visual supports, and easy ideas to make this season more accessible, expressive, and fun for everyone.
SLP & OT: Fall Themed Therapy Ideas for Communication + Sensory Needs
Looking to combine sensory and speech therapy this fall? This post offers SLP + OT co-treatment ideas using pumpkins, leaves, sensory bins and movement, perfect for supporting communication and regulation in one engaging, themed session.
Language Targets for Pumpkin Patch Visits
Fall is full of speech opportunities, especially at the pumpkin patch! Learn how SLPs and caregivers can use seasonal outings to target vocabulary, concepts, sequencing, and social language, making the experience fun and communication-rich for every child.
Sensory‑Friendly Halloween Ideas for SLPs & Kids
Halloween can be challenging for kids with sensory or communication needs, but it doesn’t have to be. Discover SLP‑approved, sensory‑friendly Halloween tips that support inclusion, communication and joy during fall festivities.
Make Trick‑or‑Treating Inclusive for AAC Users
Halloween is full of communication opportunities, but it can also be challenging for AAC users. Learn how SLPs and caregivers can prep devices, plan ahead, and make trick-or-treating inclusive, fun, and empowering for every communicator this spooky season.
The Stop-Doing List That Helped Me Love Being an SLP Again
Let’s be honest: bubble baths aren’t enough. If you’re drowning in to-dos and still feeling behind, it’s time to flip the script. This post walks you through how I used a simple “stop-doing list” to reduce burnout and make space for what actually matters—and includes a free printable toolkit to help you do the same.
Why Teachers Don’t Use Our Speech Strategies (and How to Fix It)
Tired of teachers ignoring your carryover strategies? Learn how to boost classroom follow-through with this simple one-tip method that makes speech therapy collaboration easier for everyone.
Telehealth for SLPs: The Future of Speech Therapy?
Telehealth for SLPs makes speech therapy more accessible, flexible, and personalized. Virtual sessions reach remote students, maintain consistent therapy despite busy schedules, and use digital tools to enhance engagement. Teletherapy supports diverse learning needs and offers effective, convenient care for today’s education.
How I Use Flipbooks to Move Students from Sounds to Conversation
If you're like most school-based SLPs, you’re always looking for tools that are versatile, engaging, and time-saving. That’s why I created the Phonology Flipbooks, a go-to resource that helps move students from phoneme isolation production all the way to conversational carryover.
Review: Articulation Test Center Hive
The Articulation Test Center Hive app by Little Bee Speech is a game-changer for speech-language pathologists when assessing articulation and phonological skills. It’s polished, packed with features, and refreshingly easy to use across Apple devices. Whether you're a solo practitioner or part of a district team, this app is designed to make screenings and evaluations smoother, faster, more consistent, and more engaging for both you and your students.
Review: EdPuzzle for SLPs
SLPs constantly seek engaging tools to capture students’ attention while targeting speech and language skills. Video-based learning has surged in popularity, and EdPuzzle stands out as an interactive, adaptable tool for SLPs. But how effective is it in a speech therapy setting? Oh, just you wait!
Review: Boom Learning for SLPs
SLPs are constantly on the lookout for tools that make therapy more engaging and efficient. With the rise of digital learning, platforms like Boom Learning have become more prominent (and more useful!) in therapy sessions, whether in-person or remote.
Valentine-Themed Activities for Speech Therapy
Need quick and fun activities for Valentine's Day? Use these ideas to keep your sanity and keep your students learning!
