As parents, teachers, and caregivers, we possess a powerful tool that can support children with social communication challenges and promote their social success. By utilizing a speaking style known as declarative language (presented by Linda Murphy, MS, CCC-SLP in her book ‘Declarative Language Handbook, 2020), we can create a positive and engaging environment for these children. Unlike directive or demand-based language, declarative language fosters comfort, curiosity, problem-solving, and independent thinking. In this article, we explore the benefits of declarative language and provide practical examples to help parents incorporate this approach into their interactions with their children.

It’s easy to look at one of our speech therapy sessions at Communicate with Kate Speech Therapy and think… you’re just playing! Here’s what’s really going on behind the scenes as a Speech and Language Pathologist.

It’s easy to look at one of our speech therapy sessions at Communicate with Kate Speech Therapy and think… you’re just playing! Here’s what’s really going on behind the scenes as a Speech and Language Pathologist.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.