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Navigating the Holiday Break: Tips for SLPs to Support Carryover

December 17, 2024 • Erin Larsen of Speech Tea • Season 1 • Episode 19

The holidays are here, and as SLPs, we know what that means—schedules are shifting, clients are out of sync, and it can feel like everything is on pause. In this episode of All Things SLP, we’re diving into how to support your students during the long holiday break, especially when it comes to maintaining the progress you've worked so hard to achieve.

Whether you're in a school setting or private practice, this time of year can mean extended breaks, sometimes up to a month, which can disrupt your therapy plans—especially for kids with speech sound disorders. So how can we keep the momentum going?

Tune in to hear three practical strategies for ensuring carryover over the break:

Set the Stage: Communicate with parents and caregivers about the importance of continuing practice during the break, and provide them with simple, effective activities.
Send Home Something Fun: Keep it engaging with easy, enjoyable activities that won’t feel like homework—especially when families are already overwhelmed.
Have Realistic Expectations: Understand that things might not go perfectly over the break, and that’s okay. Do your part by providing the right tools and then letting go of perfection.

Whether you're looking for ways to manage the chaos or just need a little encouragement, this episode offers practical tips to help you finish the year strong.

🎧 Happy Holidays from the All Things SLP Podcast!

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