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Browse through the blog articles written by Jann Fujimoto in Oconomowoc, WI with tips & advice to help parents & children with language issues
Even if Punxsutawney Phil did see his shadow and predicted an early spring, it still seems like we’re in the thick of winter. Break up the ho-hum of winter with marshmallows. Make a marshmallow Have you ever made marshmallows? It will be a bit easier if you have a stand mixer, and they’ll need at […]
Even if Punxsutawney Phil did see his shadow and predicted an early spring, it still seems like we're in the thick of winter. Break up the ho-hum of winter with marshmallows. Make a marshmallow Have you ever made marshmallows? It will be a bit easier if you have a stand mixer, and they'll need at least 4 hours to set. Be sure to ask your child how homemade marshmallows are different than store … [Read more...]
Pizza Day is February 9th. Be sure to celebrate from morning to night by eating pizza, making pizza, or reading about pizza! Make Pizza Whether it’s a frozen pizza, made from scratch pizza, an English muffin pizza, or even dessert pizza, if time permits, make a pizza today. Part of the fun of making pizza […]
Pizza Day is February 9th. Be sure to celebrate from morning to night by eating pizza, making pizza, or reading about pizza! Make Pizza Whether it's a frozen pizza, made from scratch pizza, an English muffin pizza, or even dessert pizza, if time permits, make a pizza today. Part of the fun of making pizza at home is putting on your own toppings, making shapes with the toppings, and enjoying … [Read more...]
SpeechWorks had the opportunity to sit down with Scholastic to discuss some typical speech-language milestones and how to determine if your child is verbally advanced. Jann Fujimoto, MS CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist and owner of SpeechWorks located in Oconomowoc, WI. If you have concerns about your child’s speech and language milestones, contact SpeechWorks at […]
SpeechWorks had the opportunity to sit down with Scholastic to discuss some typical speech-language milestones and how to determine if your child is verbally advanced. Jann Fujimoto, MS CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist and owner of SpeechWorks located in Oconomowoc, WI. If you have concerns about your child's speech and language milestones, contact SpeechWorks at 262-490-5653. … [Read more...]
Just when you think you can’t take one more snowfall, another frigid temperature, you’re out of firewood, and you’ve exhausted all your indoor playtime hacks, we find ourselves in February! Then that ominous groundhog peeks his head out promising another six weeks of Winter. Try explaining this one to your kids… really try it! Groundhug Day is […]
Just when you think you can't take one more snowfall, another frigid temperature, you're out of firewood, and you've exhausted all your indoor playtime hacks, we find ourselves in February! Then that ominous groundhog peeks his head out promising another six weeks of Winter. Try explaining this one to your kids... really try it! Groundhug Day is a heart-warming celebration of friendship, combining … [Read more...]
Jann had the opportunity to visit with our friends at Malty the Blue Tiger about how story time can be used to increase a child’s language development. Jann Fujimoto, MS CCC-SLP, is a life-long reader, speech-language pathologist, and owner of SpeechWorks in Oconomowoc, WI. *I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an […]
Jann had the opportunity to visit with our friends at Malty the Blue Tiger about how story time can be used to increase a child's language development. Jann Fujimoto, MS CCC-SLP, is a life-long reader, speech-language pathologist, and owner of SpeechWorks in Oconomowoc, WI. *I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to … [Read more...]
When the oh so dark days of winter seem like too much, be sure to pull out some puzzles of all kinds to pass the time and to have fun with your children. There are so many ways to celebrate National Puzzle Day! Jigsaw Puzzles Jigsaw puzzles help with spatial orientation and fine motors skills […]
When the oh so dark days of winter seem like too much, be sure to pull out some puzzles of all kinds to pass the time and to have fun with your children. There are so many ways to celebrate National Puzzle Day! Jigsaw Puzzles Jigsaw puzzles help with spatial orientation and fine motors skills for children of all ages. Traditional jigsaw puzzles can introduce new scenes and fun images to kids. … [Read more...]
January brings out a change in traditions and resolutions for a lot of adults. Here at SpeechWorks, we wanted to give you some ideas to help our children understand this process and empower them to make some resolutions of their own. Do you know a child with a January birthday? Consider a unique gift, […]
January brings out a change in traditions and resolutions for a lot of adults. Here at SpeechWorks, we wanted to give you some ideas to help our children understand this process and empower them to make some resolutions of their own. Do you know a child with a January birthday? Consider a unique gift, like this January Birthday Month Book. As parents and educators, we always have … [Read more...]
Did you know that December 8 is National Brownie Day? I’m not sure who thinks up these holidays but I love them all the same. Here are some ways to celebrate today: Make some chocolate brownies. I won’t judge if you use a box mix or make them from scratch. Making any recipe with your […]
Did you know that December 8 is National Brownie Day? I'm not sure who thinks up these holidays but I love them all the same. Here are some ways to celebrate today: Make some chocolate brownies. I won't judge if you use a box mix or make them from scratch. Making any recipe with your children teaches everyone how to follow directions and to measure ingredients. Here's my fave brownie recipe … [Read more...]
Books introduce us to new places and people, and they can help familiarize children with new situations that may be happening in their own lives. Perhaps your child is going to the dentist for the first time, going to the hospital, starting school, moving, going to have a new sibling, or getting a pet, these […]
Books introduce us to new places and people, and they can help familiarize children with new situations that may be happening in their own lives. Perhaps your child is going to the dentist for the first time, going to the hospital, starting school, moving, going to have a new sibling, or getting a pet, these are often new experiences for children and can prompt a lot of questions, concern, and … [Read more...]
If your preschool or early childhood center is looking for continuing education, SpeechWorks can help. Jann Fujimoto, MS CCC-SLP is a now a Specialist Trainer with The Registry. Presentations can be adapted to your center’s resources – whether it is in a conference room projected on to a screen or seated in a circle. Currently […]
If your preschool or early childhood center is looking for continuing education, SpeechWorks can help. Jann Fujimoto, MS CCC-SLP is a now a Specialist Trainer with The Registry. Presentations can be adapted to your center's resources - whether it is in a conference room projected on to a screen or seated in a circle. Currently approved coursework includes Speech-Language Milestones with additional … [Read more...]
