Kathryn Elborn, M.H.Sc., CCC-SLP, Reg. CASLPO
Speech-Language Pathologist
RESOURCES & LINKS
I have compiled a list of resources, links to websites, and videos that parents and caregivers may find helpful as they seek to help their child with oral language and literacy. I will continue adding to this to keep it as up to date as possible. Happy reading!
GENERAL SPEECH & LANGUAGE
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Hanen Centre (a Canadian not-for-profit organization whose mission is to help parents and other caregivers learn how to promote children's language and literacy development during everyday activities; many great parent-friendly resources here)
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​First Words Preschool Program of Ottawa & Renfrew County (multilingual resources and webinars for parents)
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​Eastern Ontario Health Unit (Let's Talk video series shows communication milestones from birth to age 5 years)
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Toronto Public Health Preschool Speech & Language Program (information on communication development in young children and ways parents/ caregivers can help)
PHONOLOGICAL AWARENESS & LITERACY DEVELOPMENT
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Reading Rockets: Overview of phonological & phonemic awareness
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​ONlit: Ontario Ministry of Education's hub for resources on evidence-based reading instruction
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Ontario Human Rights Commission Right to Read inquiry report​