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My New Hat
So I did a thing.  I wrote a book.  A children's picture book. My new hat is not a literal one, but I wanted to officially tell all of...

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Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


Creating a diverse library
I started the year blogging about BOOKS and the importance of reading!  Book reading is not only a nurturing bonding experience to share...

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Jan 23, 20221 min read
 
 
 


Easy language games you can play at home NOW
Hey again... If you follow me on instagram you may have seen this video, but I wanted to share it just in case you missed it.  Most of us...

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Jan 23, 20221 min read
 
 
 


The Quarantine Continues...
I hope this message finds you well and safe social distancing.  We have been quarantining for many weeks now. Some days are easy- I feel...

havingoursay
Jan 23, 20221 min read
 
 
 


COVID-19- It is OK to not be OK
I wanted to check in and see how everyone is doing?  I hope that you are reading this post from the safety of your home and that you are...

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Jan 23, 20221 min read
 
 
 


Coronavirus and school closures
As the country tries to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, many of the nation's schools are closing in an attempt to contain the spread of...

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Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


Representation Matters
Last month I shared with you the importance of reading books with your children. Reading 15 minutes a day is the equivalence of reading...

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Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


The Rewards of Book Reading
Happy 2020!  We are 13 days into the new decade and I hope this message finds you well and still focused on all the intentions you set...

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Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


Holiday Toy Shopping Guide (edited)
Last year, I was last minute with my holiday shopping and blogging.  I started shopping December 15th, which was also the date of my last...

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Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


Language Milestones... Is he saying enough words?
Hello November!  2019 is almost over and we are heading into a new decade.  We are officially heading into the holiday season too - can...

havingoursay
Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


I'm baaaack...
It's been a while since I have written a blog post.  I don't have a fantastic excuse like I had a baby or took an extended trip around...

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Jan 23, 20223 min read
 
 
 
Disconnecting from the phone
Remember when you could take the phone off the receiver when you didn’t want to be reached? Back in the day when phones had cords it was...

havingoursay
Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


Becoming a minimalist (kinda)
Hey there! My summer vacation from the schools is coming to an end and I find myself taking on more projects at home.  Something about...

havingoursay
Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


7 Questions (and answers)
"I'm gonna tell a real story, I'm gonna start with my name."  -Kendrick Lamar Usually I am writing about a topic that I want to share...

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Jan 23, 20221 min read
 
 
 


Cooking up new language skills
I like to use cooking activities to work on language.  Children love to help in the kitchen and there is a built-in, edible reward at the...

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Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


My child repeats everything we say? Is he autistic?
This was a question I received from a concerned mom.  She believed her son to be a bright child and understood so much.  Her only...

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Jan 23, 20223 min read
 
 
 


Sensory Processing Disorder
In honor of Autism Awareness Month and Occupational Therapy Month I am thrilled to feature a guest blogger.  Dynisha King is an...

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Jan 23, 20223 min read
 
 
 


Autism in Girls
When we talk about autism spectrum disorders (ASD) the focus is typically on boys.  Autism affects 1 in 68 children, and affects boys...

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Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


Know the Signs
Learn the signs for identifying autism spectrum disorders

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Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 


Toys R Us Kids
The announcement that Toys R Us would be permanently shutting its doors was quite a blow to Baby Boomers and Generation Xers.  I have...

havingoursay
Jan 23, 20222 min read
 
 
 
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