The Speech Spot, PLLC

06/05/2026

This week in group, everything was bubbles! We explored bubble-themed activities through play, conversation, and hands-on learning.

- Bubble painting
- A super cute bubble-themed story
- Bubble-shaped snacks
- Bubbles in our Poppi drinks
- Games that encouraged asking and answering questions

From turn-taking and social interaction to language development and communication, our bubble-filled morning was packed with opportunities to learn while having fun!

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day!!

05/23/2026

It’s all coming together, and we are so excited to officially open the doors to our new space on June 1st! 🤍

We’ve created a warm, welcoming environment where children can learn, grow, play, and build confidence in their communication skills. We can’t wait to share this next chapter with all of our amazing families and therapists!

Opening June 1st
3168 Doolittle Drive, Northbrook, IL 60062

The countdown is on!! •
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05/23/2026

In group today, we focused on teamwork, working together, and turn taking while encouraging natural interactions between peers. Through play, conversation, and shared activities, we created opportunities to elicit functional and meaningful communication in a way that feels motivating and authentic to each child.

Some of the best language happens naturally when kids are engaged, connected, and having fun together! •
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05/23/2026

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Spring is here 🌸🌼🌺🪻🌷🌹🌻 we love working alongside to target OT and ST goals through play!

05/15/2026

Some of the best learning happens when children lead the way!

Today’s group was completely child-led — giving our kids the opportunity to practice communication, social skills, problem solving, and flexibility through play and shared experiences! We spent time reading books together, engaging in meaningful conversations, and enjoying free play while naturally building language and connection skills.

Child-led therapy allows us to meet children where they are while creating opportunities for authentic interaction, creativity, and confidence building — all while having FUN! •
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05/13/2026

Very Hungry Caterpillar Day in Group Therapy!

This week our groups brought the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar to life through play, puzzles, crafts, and LOTS of language!

We worked on:
Vocabulary + sequencing
Following directions
Turn taking + social skills
Story retell and comprehension
Fine motor skills through themed crafts
Describing foods, colors, and textures

The kids had so much fun “feeding” the caterpillar, doing a puzzle, and retelling the story! •
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05/04/2026

We had so much fun getting our hands dirty decorating pots and planting beautiful marigolds!

After all that hard work, we enjoyed a yummy homemade trail mix (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, dried blueberries, and raisins)—the perfect little reward!

We also read Planting a Rainbow and worked on:
- Answering comprehension questions
- Recalling story details
- Sequencing events from beginning → middle → end

05/01/2026

Stack it up AND sound it out!

Who knew a cup tower could turn into the ultimate articulation workout?! Each cup was earned by practicing a target word.

This simple activity keeps kids motivated, moving, and engaged while getting tons of meaningful practice in. Plus, that crash at the end? Always a crowd favorite!

Pro tip: Mix in different levels—words, phrases, sentences—to keep it challenging and fun!

04/29/2026

Today’s group was all about exploring new foods and building confidence—one sprinkle at a time! From crunchy to chewy, our friends tried, tasted, and talked their way through all the “everything” flavors.

We worked on:
-Expanding descriptive vocabulary (salty, crunchy, garlicky!)
-Tolerating new textures and smells
- Social skills like turn-taking, commenting, and peer encouragement
-Functional communication during mealtime

Some kiddos were adventurous, some took small steps—and ALL progress was celebrated!

At The Speech Spot, we meet kids where they are and make every bite meaningful!