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Hey there, parents and caregivers! If you're looking for a simple tool that can make a big difference in your child's development, let us introduce you to the  ARK Flute Whistle. This little tool isn't just a fun whistle - it's a powerful way to help your child build essential skills they use every day. Let's break down why this oral motor whistle is a must-have tool for your child's dev …

In our last article -  Does Your Child Need Special Services at School? - we discussed the process and options for school interventions that lead up to an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), from RTI and 504 Plans to requesting an evaluation for special services.  This article will cover what happens from there, diving into IEPs. Once the evaluation is complete, some schools will c …

Do you think your child may need additional resources to effectively learn at school?  Written by a Special Education Teacher, this article is an introduction to the different tools and resources available to have your child’s needs met at school.   Whether you have general concerns or are already anticipating the need for special education, this guide will cover the …

Below is the video and transcript from a live webinar we hosted featuring Speech Language Pathologist and Orofacial Myologist Anna Housman. In this webinar, Anna will be providing a quick definition of orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs), who works in OMDs, and what is targeted in the realm of speech language pathology. She'll also provide insight into her favorite ARK tools for …