Resources

A collection of trusted resources to help you understand and support your child’s speech and language development. Many of these offer both English and Spanish versions. Just click the link in your preferred language. If you have a question about any of them, or you’re not sure where to start, please reach out through my Contact Me page. We will figure out the next step together.

Understanding Speech & Language Development

CDC-Learn the Signs. Act Early: Free developmental milestone checklists from birth to age 5, plus a free Milestone Tracker app. English‍ ‍Español‍ ‍

ASHA-Speech & Language Development: Evidence-based information from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association on how children typically develop speech and language. English‍ ‍Español‍

Raising a Bilingual Child

ASHA-Learning More Than One Language: Clear, research-based answers to common questions about bilingual language development. English‍Español

Colorín Colorado: A bilingual (English/Spanish) site full of resources for families raising bilingual children, with a focus on language and literacy. EnglishEspañol

The Hanen Centre: Practical, research-based tips for parents on supporting language development, including guidance for dual-language families. English‍ ‍

Specific Concerns

Stuttering Foundation: Free information and support for families of children who stutter, including resources on stuttering and the bilingual child. EnglishEspañol

Child Apraxia Treatment-Once Upon a Time Foundation: Free, evidence-based information for families of children with childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), including how apraxia is diagnosed and treated with methods like DTTC, plus current research and workshops. English

Apraxia Kids: The leading nonprofit for childhood apraxia of speech, offering parent education, family support networks, and community events. English Español

AssistiveWare Learn AAC: Parent-friendly guides on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), including common myths, how to get started, and how to support a child who uses AAC at home. EnglishEspañol

Autism Navigator: Free, research-based video courses for families on the early signs of autism and how to support social communication in young children. English

Autism Society: Nationwide support for families after an autism diagnosis, including a helpline, local groups, and events. EnglishEspañol

IEPs & Your Rights

Understood.org: Clear, parent-friendly guides on IEPs, 504 plans, and school evaluations, so you can walk into school meetings knowing your child’s rights. English Español

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