Parent Resources & Recommendations
Curated tools, books, apps, and activities to support your child's speech and language development at home — organized by age group.
0-2 Years
Babies & Toddlers
Recommended Apps
Baby Sparks
Developmental milestones tracker with activities for each stage
First Words by Learning Touch
Early vocabulary builder with engaging visuals and sounds
Peek-a-Boo Barn
Animal names and sounds to encourage first words
Recommended Books
It Takes Two to Talk (Hanen)
The gold standard guide for parents of children with language delays
Baby Signs by Linda Acredolo
How to use sign language to boost early communication
Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown
Classic repetitive text perfect for early language exposure
Activities to Try
Narrate Your Day
Talk through everything you do — diaper changes, cooking, walks
Sing Nursery Rhymes
Repetitive songs build vocabulary and phonological awareness
Read Board Books Together
Point, name, and pause to let your child fill in words
2-4 Years
Early Talkers
Recommended Apps
Articulation Station
Practice speech sounds with fun, structured activities
Speech Blubs
Video-based speech exercises with face filters kids love
Endless Alphabet
Letter recognition and vocabulary building through animation
Recommended Books
Late Talker by Marilyn Agin
Comprehensive guide for parents of children with speech delays
Brown Bear, Brown Bear
Repetitive structure supports language learning and prediction
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Sequencing, vocabulary, and repetition in one beloved story
Activities to Try
Pretend Play
Kitchen sets, dolls, and vehicles encourage imaginative language
Puzzle Narration
Name pieces and describe where they go as you build together
Sensory Bins with Language
Hide objects in rice/sand and practice naming and describing them
4-6 Years
Preschool & Kindergarten
Recommended Apps
Articulation Station Pro
Advanced speech sound practice with data tracking
Story Creator
Build narratives with pictures and text to develop story-telling
Toca Boca Games
Open-ended play apps that encourage creative language use
Recommended Books
The Pigeon Books by Mo Willems
Hilarious dialogue-driven books perfect for expressive language
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
Alphabet knowledge and phonological awareness through rhythm
Dragons Love Tacos
Complex vocabulary and cause-and-effect in a funny story
Activities to Try
Story Retelling
Read a story together, then have your child retell it in their own words
Rhyming Games
Play "What rhymes with cat?" to build phonological awareness
Show and Tell at Home
Practice describing objects and answering questions from family members
6+ Years
School-Age
Recommended Apps
Social Express
Social skills development through interactive scenarios
Word Vault Pro
Extensive articulation practice for school-age speech goals
Mindfulness for Kids
Breathing and focus exercises that support fluency and anxiety
Recommended Books
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
High-interest reading that builds vocabulary and comprehension
A Boy and a Jaguar by Alan Rabinowitz
A true story about a boy who stuttered and found his voice
Howard B. Wigglebottom Series
Social-emotional themes including listening, manners, and empathy
Activities to Try
Journal Writing
Practice organizing thoughts and expressing ideas in written form
Board Games with Conversation
Games like Guess Who and Hedbanz build question-asking and describing skills
Cooking Together
Following recipes practices sequencing, vocabulary, and following directions
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Important Disclaimer
The resources listed on this page are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Apps, books, and activities are not substitutes for professional speech-language therapy. Every child's needs are unique — please consult with a certified speech-language pathologist before implementing any intervention strategies. If you have concerns about your child's communication development, we encourage you to schedule a free consultation.
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