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Resources provided are for informational purposes and are not intended to take the place of a certified speech language pathologist.    Helpful Links There are hundreds of speech and language sites on the internet, but these sites have content targeted to help parents and caregivers specifically. This list is not exhaustive, nor does Having Our Say endorse or assume responsibility for the content on the sites. Resources provided on the internet are for informational purposes and are not intended to take the place of a certified speech language pathologist. speechbuddy.com speechtherapy101.com readingrockets.org pbskids.org asha.org myautism.org speechbloguk.com mommyspeechtherapy.com Puttingwordsinyourmouth.com Testyyettrying.blogspot.com talkingwithtoddlers.com

Resources provided are for informational purposes and are not intended to take the place of a certified speech language pathologist.    Helpful Links Having Our Say believes in the importance of offering resources and tips to parents and caregivers. We understand that parents and caregivers are our children's most valuable teachers. With the right resources and coaching, together we can ensure children continue to make progress outside of therapy sessions. Although the focus is helping children with speech and language delays, you will find activities that will enhance communication and language skills for all children. My goal is to offer a place to ask questions and find the help you need. I am NOT an expert in everything, but I would like to share my experience with you- along with some fun tips to help your child’s communication skills grow! There are hundreds of speech and language sites on the internet, but these sites have content targeted to help parents and caregivers specifically. This list is not exhaustive, nor does Having Our Say endorse or assume responsibility for the content on the sites. Resources provided on the internet are for informational purposes and are not intended to take the place of a certified speech-language pathologist.

DIVERSE CHILDREN'S BOOKS Be Seen & Heard® As a speech pathologist I use books to develop language and literacy skills. As a parent, I am equally obsessed with instilling a love of reading for my children and I use books to introduce them to new places, people, and experiences. I have always been intentional about selecting a variety of books for my home library, but years ago I realized that my therapy library was not as diverse. Did you know that only 1/3 of children's books published in 2024 featured main characters from diverse backgrounds? Over 70% of children's books feature animals or white children as the main characters. That means representation is disproportionately low for disabled kids and kids who are not white. This section of my site features books that depict children from different cultures, ethnicities and experiences - including the books that I authored. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but gives you a glimpse at some of the books that I have used. The images include an affiliate link and as an Amazon associate I may receive a small percentage from qualifying purchases. SEARCH BOOKS RETURN TO TAYE JONES

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Children's picture books that discuss civic Engagement and social justice. BACK CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

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Having Our Say would love to hear from you! Call us at 347.559.1517 or email us info@havingoursay.org Having Our Say would love to hear from you! Please complete this form and we will contact you! Schedule a free 15 minute consultation here. We service Northern NJ: Montclair, West Orange, South Orange, and surrounding areas. Please note we do not accept insurance. Visit the FAQs for more details. Call Us: 201.686.8983 Email Us info@havingoursay.org Success! Message received. SEND CONTACT HAVING OUR SAY Be Seen & Heard®

Children's picture books that offer representation for LGBTQ+ community BACK LGBTQ+ BOOKS The books included in this section are a small sample of picture books for children ages 3-9. These books challenge traditional gender roles and the notion that things and activities are reserved for one gender. These books also offer representation of different family structures and identities. LOAD MORE

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Having Our Say provides speech, language, and social skills therapy for children in their home environment. How do I get started: Email Having Our Say at info@havingoursay.org to discuss your concerns. We offer a free initial consultation (15 minute call.) You can also fill out the Contact Us form here and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Do you provide therapy in a clinic?: At Having Our Say we know children learn best in their natural environments, where they spend most of their time. This is why we provide services in the exact place a child will be using their newly acquired skills. We provide in-home, preschool and community-based speech and language therapy in Serving Northern NJ: West Orange, South Orange, Montclair, Bloomfield and surrounding areas. Do you take insurance?: We do not accept insurance. We are an out-of-network service provider. Clients will be provided with a superbill to submit to their insurance company. The superbill will outline services rendered and the amount charged and paid. Please contact us for therapy rates. If you have out-of-network benefits, you may be able to seek reimbursement from your insurance company. Having Our Say makes no guarantees concerning coverage of therapy services. Clients are responsible for checking out-of-network benefits prior to beginning therapy and submitting superbills. FAQs FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Be Seen & Heard® RESOURCES TYPICAL SPEECH & LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT - ASHA IDENTIFY THE SIGNS OF A COMMUNICATION DISORDER FEEDING & SWALLOWING DISORDERS - ASHA CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH ADHD SPEECH & LANGUAGE DISORDERS - ASHA LANGUAGE-BASED LEARNING DISABILITIES (READING, SPELLING, AND WRITING) THE STUTTERING FOUNDATION SPECIAL EDUCATION GUIDE Resources

Shontaye Glover, M.S., CCC-SLP, speech & language therapist. My experience includes assessment and treatment of children with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, TBI, cerebral palsy, cognitive deficits, genetic syndromes, auditory impairments, social communication disorders, and motor speech disorders. CONTACT SHONTAYE Shontaye Glover Jones MS, CCC-SLP Hey, I'm Shontaye! Years ago I realized there was a gap between what the experts know and what parents need to know. A post on my social media page about the benefits of play uncovered that many parents and caregivers didn't realize how they could help enhance their children's language development. "Having Our Say" was birthed from that post. I set myself on a mission to close that gap one blog post at a time. Since then, Having Our Say has evolved into much more, but never forgetting my commitment to educating families. In addition to providing culturally responsive and effective intervention, I am also extremely passionate and intentional about using books and materials that are inclusive and represent every child. Every child deserves to feel represented and seen. My commitment to increasing diversity in children's literature led to my own picture books - Liam’s First Cut and The Season of Yes! . For more information about my work as an author, visit: www.tayejones.com Learning should be fun and children learn best through play! Our clinicians are neuro-affirming and incorporate a child-led approach to developing strong foundations at an early age to help children develop lifelong skills. HOS on IG

Having Our Say provides individualized therapy & family coaching for: Articulation & Speech Sound Disorders, Language Delays & Disorders Childhood, Early Intervention, Apraxia of Speech. Social Skills / Pragmatics, Cognitive Delays​ Having Our Say provides mobile speech and language therapy services to children and their caregivers, which is not only convenient but also allows children to practice and learn skills in their natural environment. With a deep understanding of the role families play in their children’s progress, we work to provide the highest quality therapy and resources to empower parents and caregivers with tools to ensure ongoing success. Serving Northern NJ: Fort Lee, Edgewater, Cliffside Park, Palisades Park, Maplewood, West Orange and South Orange. THERAPY SERVICES Be Seen & Heard® Thearpy Services Therapy sessions are scheduled for 30-45 minutes and frequency is determined based on the need of each individual and as a team with the family. Therapy is at home (or school) and we always invite families to be an active member of the team and therapy sessions. Articulation & Speech Sound Disorders Language Delays and Disorders Early Intervention Social Skills / Pragmatics Cognitive Delays Individualized Therapy & Family Coaching for: Evaluations Comprehensive Evaluations for: Receptive & Expressive Communication Skills Phonological & Articulation Development Social Communication Skills Evaluations include both standardized test measures, as well as parent and client interview, file reviews from previous testing or therapy, screenings, language samples, and home and/or school observations Following the evaluation, you will receive a comprehensive report with the evaluation results, summary, and recommendations. We will use the evaluation to guide the development of a personalized therapy plan, goals, and objectives. Contact Us