Jane's Learning Plans

Jane explains play time and the use of props and of core words while using different techniques and tools. 

Jane goes over ways to integrate learning into fun time and play.

Jane explains what Augmentative & Alternative Communication is and why "it should" or "should not" be considered when teaching a child to communicate. 

If your child cannot express ideas, thoughts, and feelings to those around them, they will benefit from Augmentative Communication systems. 

Jane talks about the importance to celebrate the smallest of victories when working with your child. 

Jane explains how using multiple forms of communication can enable the child to express themselves more easily. This encourages the child and and the parent, but can also lead to faster learning. 

Jane explains that it's just like learning any new language, and that Alternative and Augmentative communication come with some factors to consider. The ability level of the instructor and user, the complexity of the mode of communication selected, and the amount of exposure, opportunity and instruction necessary to learn them.  

Jane discusses the importance of the Fathers & Mothers in the Childs life and talks about ways to say "I love You". The mother usually carries a lot of the leaning interaction with the child, but the fathers interaction is just as important. 

Jane explains how remnant books are so important to build associations and story telling, especially in non-verbal or delayed talking children. 

Jane explains how using themes can be used to develop receptive and expressive language in children. The theme discussed in this podcast is "Going to the Beach", where Jane describes a clever way to bring the beach to your home.