by Ayelet Marinovich, M.A., CCC-SLP | Aug 26, 2016 | Motor/Sensory, Music, Podcast, Understanding Development
How do we create messy play experiences for our little ones without going mad, ourselves? Messy play is… messy – but SO important! There are so many reasons why “messy play” is important for learning in the lives of infants and toddlers. On this episode of Learn...
by Ayelet Marinovich, M.A., CCC-SLP | Jul 29, 2016 | Motor/Sensory, Podcast, Understanding Development
Transcript of this week’s interview with Ania Witkowska, a somatic movement educator and therapist. Our discussion focuses on Ania’s philosophy, the way she works with families, and some tips and strategies (along with favorite “props”). So...
by Ayelet Marinovich, M.A., CCC-SLP | Jun 24, 2016 | Balancing Needs, Priorities, Relationships, Music, Podcast, Social/Emotional, Understanding Development
We are happier when we enjoy meaningful relationships: it’s scientifically proven On this episode of Learn With Less, Ayelet explores the idea that the first years of life are dedicated to the development of a secure bond with one or more caregivers, followed by the...
by Ayelet Marinovich, M.A., CCC-SLP | Jun 17, 2016 | Cognition, Music, Podcast, Setting Up Environment For Learning, Understanding Development
What is open-ended play, and where can I get some? On this episode of the Learn With Less podcast, Ayelet answers the following questions: What is open-ended play, and why is it important? What kinds of materials are considered good for open-ended play? What objects...
by Ayelet Marinovich, M.A., CCC-SLP | Jun 10, 2016 | Communication, Music, Podcast, Understanding Development
The term “speech therapist,” for many of us, is a complete misnomer! On this episode of Learn With Less, Ayelet shares a bit about what it is she does as a pediatric speech-language pathologist. Below is the transcript of this episode’s “Developmental Thought,” a...
by Ayelet Marinovich, M.A., CCC-SLP | Jun 3, 2016 | Cognition, Music, Podcast, Understanding Development
To teach our children, we give of ourselves. But how much is the right amount of support? On this episode of Learn With Less, Ayelet explores what it means to give the “right amount” of support when our young children are learning new skills. Below is the transcript...