Apoyando a su hijo/a en la Intervención Temprana: Visitas por vídeo y acompañamiento activo para los padres Durante las visitas por vídeo (“Live Video Visits” o “LVV”), su proveedor/a de la intervención temprana le enseñará diferentes maneras de apoyar a su hijo/a....
communication support strategies
Parent Handbook: Strategies for promoting early communication in toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearing
This handbook is designed to teach parents of young children who are deaf or hard of hearing a variety of simple language support strategies that they can use to help their child better understand and use words, signs, and sentences. [embeddoc...
Supporting your Child through Early Intervention: Live Video Visits and Parent Coaching
In Live Video Visits (LVV), your EI provider will coach you in ways to support your child. LVV with coaching can be as helpful as in-person sessions for many children and families! Please see the attached handout for more information. [embeddoc...
The Role of Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions in Early Intervention for Autistic Toddlers: An Observational Study
This study aimed to characterize the extent to which EI speech-language pathologists (SLPs) use NDBI strategies, and the range of skills and behaviors addressed during their EI sessions, to contextualize the role of NDBIs within the scope of needs of families with...
Toy Recommendations: Spray Bottle
Spray bottles can make a novel toy and a fun activity for children that like to play with water. You can find small plastic ones for a couple dollars at most grocery stores or pharmacies. They will work across several levels of play and you can use it as an...
Toy Recommendations: Shape Sorter
Shape sorters come in all shapes and sizes. This is one of our favorites because it’s two toys in one! Even though shape sorters seem like “educational” toys, all of our general toy recommendations still apply. That means letting your child lead and making it fun....
Toy Recommendations: Stacking Ball Ramp
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations This is a classic go-to toy for children playing at simple and combination levels. It can serve as an “entry level” toy for children who are just becoming interested in toys. ...
Toy Recommendations: Cookie Set
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations This cookie set, which includes cookies with detachable icing, a cookie tray, an oven mitt and utensils, is great toy for your toddler that will grow with him or her from simple...
Toy Recommendations: Play Bathtub
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations This toy bathtub is extra fun because it pumps out real water! It can be a great choice to help young children work on their pretend play skills, but it also works for children at...
Toy Recommendations: Toy Sink
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Toys that incorporate real water can be extra exciting for little ones, and this pretend sink can be fun for children at all different levels of play. Don’t forget to think about...
Toy Recommendations: Toilet Paper Tubes
Wait! Don’t throw away that toilet paper tube! Save those tubes from the trash can and repurpose them into a great toy, no DIY crafting necessary. You can find a list of general play strategies here to help you discover what level of play your child is currently...
Toy Recommendations: School Bus
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Vehicles are always a great addition to any toy collection. A great vehicle toy, like this school bus, can be a part of your child’s play through many stages of growth and...
Toy Recommendations: Mr. Potato Head
This classic toy seems to be found in every household! He is silly and goofy, and provides endless combinations of silly faces. Some ways we play with Mr. Potato Head are not so obvious though, and we wanted to share them with you! Included in the italics are example...
Toy Recommendations: Build-a-Track
**Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Some toys and household items may contain choking hazards. Please be sure to check each product’s cautionary statements and age recommendations and do not leave your child...
Toy Recommendations: Tape
To adults a roll of tape can seem about as ho-hum as it gets, but for a toddler it is exciting stuff. Tape is sticky, makes cool noises when it’s pulled off, and can be rolled across the floor. You can find a list of general play strategies here to help you discover...
Toy Recommendations: Stacking Ice Cream
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Whether it’s the delicious treat or the toy variety, ice cream is a hit with almost every kid. It also lends itself to a variety of play ideas for different levels and many...
Toy Recommendations: Spin Again!
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations This is one of our go-to toys for children who are just beginning to engage with toys or for our children with autism who love to watch things spin! It is simple, colorful, sturdy,...
Toy Recommendations: Puppet
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations We love puppets at the EIRG because they are a fun addition to playing with pretend food, and they can also span a wide variety of play levels. This puppet is one of our favorites...
Toy Recommendations: Hungry Hippo Toy
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Here at the EIRG, we love this hungry hippo! While it is not a complicated toy, there are great ways to adapt it to fit lots of different levels of play. We never even bother...
Toy Recommendations: Stacking Blocks Set with Sorting Shapes
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Bright colors, convenient storage, and a variety of play ideas make these stacking blocks a great toy for any toddler! Please see the introductory page here to learn more about the...
Toy Recommendations: Nesting and Sorting Garages
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Nesting blocks are a popular childhood toy, and these are one of our favorite sets! They are made of cardboard which means they are not quite as durable as wood, but they also hurt...
Toy Recommendations: Board Books as Toys
Books are for reading, right? To this we reply an emphatic “Yes! And…” Reading with your child is important on many levels, but this post is about how to use those board books you have lying around your home as a toy. These heavy duty book are versatile and can be...
Toy Recommendations: Lonely socks
We all have lonely socks lying around who have lost their partners due to the turmoil of the dryer. With a little creativity, these cast-aside socks can become a go-to toy! Remember to pay attention to and go along with your child’s play ideas, but feel free to...
Toy Recommendations: Cuttable Food
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Pretend food is a classic toy, and when it’s cut-able, there are even more ways you can play with them. So let’s grab some and get cookin’! Included in parentheses are some words...
Supporting your Child through Early Intervention: Live Video Visits and Parent Coaching (En Español)
Apoyando a su hijo/a en la Intervención Temprana: Visitas por vídeo y acompañamiento activo para los padres Durante las visitas por vídeo (“Live Video Visits” o “LVV”), su proveedor/a de la intervención temprana le enseñará diferentes maneras de apoyar a su hijo/a....
Parent Handbook: Strategies for promoting early communication in toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearing
This handbook is designed to teach parents of young children who are deaf or hard of hearing a variety of simple language support strategies that they can use to help their child better understand and use words, signs, and sentences. [embeddoc...
Supporting your Child through Early Intervention: Live Video Visits and Parent Coaching
In Live Video Visits (LVV), your EI provider will coach you in ways to support your child. LVV with coaching can be as helpful as in-person sessions for many children and families! Please see the attached handout for more information. [embeddoc...
The Role of Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions in Early Intervention for Autistic Toddlers: An Observational Study
This study aimed to characterize the extent to which EI speech-language pathologists (SLPs) use NDBI strategies, and the range of skills and behaviors addressed during their EI sessions, to contextualize the role of NDBIs within the scope of needs of families with...
Toy Recommendations: Spray Bottle
Spray bottles can make a novel toy and a fun activity for children that like to play with water. You can find small plastic ones for a couple dollars at most grocery stores or pharmacies. They will work across several levels of play and you can use it as an...
Toy Recommendations: Shape Sorter
Shape sorters come in all shapes and sizes. This is one of our favorites because it’s two toys in one! Even though shape sorters seem like “educational” toys, all of our general toy recommendations still apply. That means letting your child lead and making it fun....
Toy Recommendations: Stacking Ball Ramp
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations This is a classic go-to toy for children playing at simple and combination levels. It can serve as an “entry level” toy for children who are just becoming interested in toys. ...
Toy Recommendations: Cookie Set
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations This cookie set, which includes cookies with detachable icing, a cookie tray, an oven mitt and utensils, is great toy for your toddler that will grow with him or her from simple...
Toy Recommendations: Play Bathtub
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations This toy bathtub is extra fun because it pumps out real water! It can be a great choice to help young children work on their pretend play skills, but it also works for children at...
Toy Recommendations: Toy Sink
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Toys that incorporate real water can be extra exciting for little ones, and this pretend sink can be fun for children at all different levels of play. Don’t forget to think about...
Toy Recommendations: Toilet Paper Tubes
Wait! Don’t throw away that toilet paper tube! Save those tubes from the trash can and repurpose them into a great toy, no DIY crafting necessary. You can find a list of general play strategies here to help you discover what level of play your child is currently...
Toy Recommendations: School Bus
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Vehicles are always a great addition to any toy collection. A great vehicle toy, like this school bus, can be a part of your child’s play through many stages of growth and...
Toy Recommendations: Mr. Potato Head
This classic toy seems to be found in every household! He is silly and goofy, and provides endless combinations of silly faces. Some ways we play with Mr. Potato Head are not so obvious though, and we wanted to share them with you! Included in the italics are example...
Toy Recommendations: Build-a-Track
**Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Some toys and household items may contain choking hazards. Please be sure to check each product’s cautionary statements and age recommendations and do not leave your child...
Toy Recommendations: Tape
To adults a roll of tape can seem about as ho-hum as it gets, but for a toddler it is exciting stuff. Tape is sticky, makes cool noises when it’s pulled off, and can be rolled across the floor. You can find a list of general play strategies here to help you discover...
Toy Recommendations: Stacking Ice Cream
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Whether it’s the delicious treat or the toy variety, ice cream is a hit with almost every kid. It also lends itself to a variety of play ideas for different levels and many...
Toy Recommendations: Spin Again!
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations This is one of our go-to toys for children who are just beginning to engage with toys or for our children with autism who love to watch things spin! It is simple, colorful, sturdy,...
Toy Recommendations: Puppet
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations We love puppets at the EIRG because they are a fun addition to playing with pretend food, and they can also span a wide variety of play levels. This puppet is one of our favorites...
Toy Recommendations: Hungry Hippo Toy
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Here at the EIRG, we love this hungry hippo! While it is not a complicated toy, there are great ways to adapt it to fit lots of different levels of play. We never even bother...
Toy Recommendations: Stacking Blocks Set with Sorting Shapes
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Bright colors, convenient storage, and a variety of play ideas make these stacking blocks a great toy for any toddler! Please see the introductory page here to learn more about the...
Toy Recommendations: Nesting and Sorting Garages
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Nesting blocks are a popular childhood toy, and these are one of our favorite sets! They are made of cardboard which means they are not quite as durable as wood, but they also hurt...
Toy Recommendations: Board Books as Toys
Books are for reading, right? To this we reply an emphatic “Yes! And…” Reading with your child is important on many levels, but this post is about how to use those board books you have lying around your home as a toy. These heavy duty book are versatile and can be...
Toy Recommendations: Lonely socks
We all have lonely socks lying around who have lost their partners due to the turmoil of the dryer. With a little creativity, these cast-aside socks can become a go-to toy! Remember to pay attention to and go along with your child’s play ideas, but feel free to...
Toy Recommendations: Cuttable Food
** Our research group has not accepted any monetary incentives for our recommendations Pretend food is a classic toy, and when it’s cut-able, there are even more ways you can play with them. So let’s grab some and get cookin’! Included in parentheses are some words...