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My Child Refuses to Eat – Practical Strategies from a Speech Therapist
Many children refuse to eat, causing stress for their parents. If this sounds familiar, don’t be discouraged. Below are practical...
Language Development at the Restaurant – Games and Ideas for Meaningful Moments
The demands of daily life often leave us with limited time for our children. But even a simple meal...
My child has an ear infection. Will it affect their language development?
Otitis (ear infection) is one of the most common childhood conditions, especially from birth to age three. During episodes of...
Does My Child Need Speech Therapy? Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Many parents wonder, “Does my child need speech therapy?” The answer often lies in small details which—if noticed early—can make...
What if lollipops grew on trees instead of fruit?
Developing descriptive language is a crucial milestone in children’s language development. A fun and creative way to enhance this skill...
My Child Isn’t Talking. Will They Start on Their Own? Will It All Come at Once?
Modern global research has established specific age-related milestones for speech development. For example, meaningful first words usually appear between 12...
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...
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...
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...
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...