Quality
What is better than free? Quality. Free is nice, but quality counts. Stillwater Speech Therapy is bringing a quality, free, small group program back to the Tantallon public library this September!
Language Fun Story Time (LFST)
Research has shown us repeatedly that early speech and language skills are predictive of later academic success and reading skill development. Early experiences with books shape young children’s attitudes towards learning and reading. LFST is a program for both parents and children, guided by a certified Speech-Language Pathologist and supported by university student volunteers. LFST was originally developed in British Columbia, by Tess Prendergast and Rhea Lazar. We are very thankful for their guidance and permission to share their model with our local library, in Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia.
Repeat, Repeat, Repeat
LFST follows a structured and highly repetitive routine so that young children who have a moderate-severe speech or language delay/disorder have an intensive experience with a book and its vocabulary. The activities are fun, dynamic, and highly engaging. Speech-language pathologists love repetition and we wants parents to embrace it as well! Parents are involved in our story time and related activities, also benefiting from watching the speech-language pathologist model each story in 3 different ways. Parents also have the opportunity to review with the speech-language pathologist after the program, to discuss recommended ideas, and ask questions before they take home their own copy of the story for the week.
Lifelong Learning
Through the delivery of LFST, the speech-language pathologist strives to inform parents about fun and effective strategies for enjoying books with young children, in ways that support vocabulary growth and language development. She also strives to support all skill levels and children’s individual needs. Lastly, through LFST, the speech-language pathologist can encourage parents and children to take risks, while pushing their comfort boundaries to socialize, communicate with, and build a love for books.
Registration is now open for the next program, starting on September 10th! Interested parents can call the Tantallon library at 902 826 3330 to register and reserve their free spot (enrollment is limited).
If you’d like to get in touch, do not hesitate to call or send us a message.
Cheers!
Julie
