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Common Augmentative and Alternative Communication Myths: Explained by an SLP
Common Augmentative and Alternative Communication Myths: Explained by an SLP

Act Learning Centre
Feb 64 min read


Narrative Therapy
# Narrative Therapy
Narrative therapy is a powerful tool that centres people as the experts in their own lives. It views problems as separate from people and assumes people have many skills, cap

Act Learning Centre
Dec 16, 20253 min read


Strategies to Support Your Neurodivergent Child with Academics This School Year
If you are looking for ideas on how to better support your child's academic success across learning environments, consider the strategies below.

Act Learning Centre
Oct 7, 20256 min read


Joining in Play with Your Child
# Joining in Play with Your Child
Play is an essential part of childhood. During play, children feel safe, motivated and regulated, making it an ideal time to learn new skills and connect with othe

Act Learning Centre
Aug 26, 20253 min read


Summer tips for parents: social stories
# Summer tips for parents: social stories
Summer is here! With the arrival of warmer weather and the end of the school year, it can be an exciting time for families. The summer season also bring

Act Learning Centre
Jul 8, 20254 min read


April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month
# **April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month**
April is Autism Awareness Month! The 18th Annual World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) was celebrated on April 2, 2025. Autism Awareness Month was

Act Learning Centre
Apr 28, 20252 min read


Preparing for Daylight Savings Time
# **Preparing for Daylight Savings Time**
Although daylight saving time in the spring signals longer days, sunnier weather and warmer temperatures, this transition period often leads to a major he

Act Learning Centre
Feb 28, 20254 min read


Supporting Language Comprehension at Home
# **Supporting Language Comprehension at Home**
Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) make a distinction between receptive language (i.e., your underst

Act Learning Centre
Feb 4, 20256 min read


Holiday Expectations – Less is More
# **Holiday Expectations – Less is More**
The holidays, the time of lights, music and food (and more food), family and friend outings and oh, so many expectations at a time when the sun goes d

Act Learning Centre
Nov 27, 20242 min read


Rolling into Autumn: Bike Riding Tips and Tricks
Has your child shown interest in riding a bike, but you are unsure where to start? Consider these tips and tricks to set your child up for sucess.

Act Learning Centre
Oct 17, 20244 min read
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