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Are you ready to go digital the right way in your therapy sessions? Today, we’re diving into the latest systematic review research on using digital tools to improve preschoolers’ language and literacy outcomes. The evidence is clear: digital media can be a powerful tool — when it’s used intentionally. In this episode, you’ll discover five key strategies that work, including: Why children should never be left alone with a device How to make digital activities multimodal and engaging The language modeling strategies that matter most Ways to make alphabet knowledge meaningful and connected to stories How to coach families and teachers for lasting impact Want to skip the overwhelm and have ready-to-go resources at your fingertips? Join my SIS Membership, where every week you’ll receive: A Google Slides deck filled with educationally rich activities Movement-based literacy ideas to target speech, language, and AAC goals Parent-friendly materials to bridge home and school learning Make therapy easier, more engaging, and research-based — all while saving hours of prep time. ✨ Join the SIS Membership today: https://www.kellyvess.com/sis
Source: Liu, S., Reynolds, B., Thomas, N., & Soyoof, A. (2024). The use of digital technologies to develop young children’s language and literacy skills: A systematic review. Sage Open, 14(1).
By Kelly Vess, MA, CCC-SLP4.7
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Are you ready to go digital the right way in your therapy sessions? Today, we’re diving into the latest systematic review research on using digital tools to improve preschoolers’ language and literacy outcomes. The evidence is clear: digital media can be a powerful tool — when it’s used intentionally. In this episode, you’ll discover five key strategies that work, including: Why children should never be left alone with a device How to make digital activities multimodal and engaging The language modeling strategies that matter most Ways to make alphabet knowledge meaningful and connected to stories How to coach families and teachers for lasting impact Want to skip the overwhelm and have ready-to-go resources at your fingertips? Join my SIS Membership, where every week you’ll receive: A Google Slides deck filled with educationally rich activities Movement-based literacy ideas to target speech, language, and AAC goals Parent-friendly materials to bridge home and school learning Make therapy easier, more engaging, and research-based — all while saving hours of prep time. ✨ Join the SIS Membership today: https://www.kellyvess.com/sis
Source: Liu, S., Reynolds, B., Thomas, N., & Soyoof, A. (2024). The use of digital technologies to develop young children’s language and literacy skills: A systematic review. Sage Open, 14(1).

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