A Commitment to Communication: A Conversation with Leah Beekman, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
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Leah offers unique insights into the meaningful world of speech and language therapy and the work of the California Scottish Rite Foundation
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- Jul 29
- 4 min
Nurturing Growth Through Sensory Play: Exploring the Benefits and Practices
Leading with curiosity, sensory play involves engaging with senses such as touch, sight, sound, taste, and smell in an experimental way.
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- Jul 29
- 4 min
Helping Children Find Their Voice: Practical Communication Tips for Caregivers
Hearing a child speak their first words is a monumental moment for caregivers, signifying the child's entrance into the world.
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- Jul 5
- 3 min
Engaging Children in Sight Word Practice
If you are seeking ways to enhance your child's reading fluency and speech development, working with sight words is an excellent approach.
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- Jul 3
- 3 min
Reading with Children at Home: Techniques for Success
With increased free time, maintaining a connection to learning—especially through reading—is invaluable for a child's ongoing development.
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- Jun 1
- 3 min
Unlocking Your Child's Voice: Exploring the California Scottish Rite Foundation's RiteCare Childhood Language Centers
The RiteCare Childhood Language Centers provide diagnostic evaluation and treatment of speech and language disorders.
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- Jun 1
- 3 min
University Partnership Highlight: The Long Beach Scottish Rite Childhood Language Program
The California State Long Beach Speech and Language Program participated in The City of Long Beach’s Celebration of the Young Child.
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- Mar 1
- 7 min
What is Neurodiversity?
Neurodiversity is a concept that has gained significant traction in recent years, reshaping our understanding of the human brain and...
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- Oct 27, 2023
- 3 min
A Ray of Light from The Rainbolt RiteCare Childhood Language Center of San Bernardino
In a recent testimony, a parent expressed her sincere gratitude toward a member of her child’s care team at the Rainbolt RiteCare...
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- Jul 12, 2023
- 5 min
Living with Pure Alexia: Understanding the Challenges and How Donations Can Help
Pure alexia, also known as letter-by-letter reading or agnosia for written language, is a type of acquired reading disorder that affects...
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