Day: October 5, 2017

6 Ways to Help Your Child Start Talking Sooner

Speech development is one of the most important milestones in early childhood. A child’s first words open the door to communication, independence, and understanding the world. Here’s how you can support your child in speaking earlier through simple and enjoyable daily activities.   Engage in Symbolic Play Together Encourage symbolic play by acting out roles: […]

How can I help my child when they stutter?

Stuttering can be a source of stress and uncertainty for both the child and the family. Parental support plays a crucial role in the development of speech and a child’s confidence. Below are practical, evidence-based strategies to support your child if they stutter: Give them unlimited time to speak. Avoid interrupting or finishing their sentences. […]

A child’s ability to master reading and writing depends on several factors. The most important skill, however, is Phonological Awareness — the ability to understand that spoken language is made up of sentences, words, syllables, and sounds (phonemes). This skill must be well-developed before starting primary school. 🔍 How can I tell if my child has phonological awareness? Try this simple task: Say a word to your child sound by sound (e.g., /c/–/a/–/t/). Your child should be able to blend the sounds to form the word. Important: Do not use the names of the letters (e.g., “cee” or “ay”), but rather their phonetic sounds as heard in speech. If your child can easily blend even longer words (e.g., /t/–/e/–/a/–/c/–/h/–/e/–/r/), it’s a good sign of well-developed phonological awareness. ⚠️ If your child struggles: • It’s wise to assess their overall learning readiness • A preventive screening is recommended before entering first grade — something done systematically in many European countries • At Evlogon, we conduct standardized tests (such as the A-Test and Athena Test) to evaluate your child’s readiness Assessments can begin from age 5. Early detection of difficulties paves the way for targeted and effective support — and that makes all the difference. Maria Lazarou Speech and Language Therapist (SLP, BSc, M.A) Head of the Multidisciplinary Team at Evlogon

tarting Grade 1 is one of the most important milestones in a child’s life. A successful transition depends on a wide range of skills: emotional, social, language, mathematical, and motor. Below is a comprehensive guide with key indicators of readiness for Grade 1. Emotional and Social Development Shows confidence and self-assurance Able to build satisfying […]

An Easy Way to Improve Your Child’s Spelling!

Spelling doesn’t have to be boring or stressful. With a little imagination and creativity, you can help your child remember difficult words more easily—and have fun doing it! 🟢 Step 1: Write down a word your child often struggles to spell correctly. 🟢 Step 2: Identify the letter your child frequently forgets or confuses. 🟢 […]