SLPs as Authors: The Art and Science of Writing Children’s Books for Language Intervention
Course: #11268Level: Intermediate 1 Hour 2570 Reviews
Given their unique expertise in both typical and delayed speech and language development, SLPs are ideal candidates to author children’s books. Guided by the empirical evidence regarding the specific qualities of books that determine positive outcomes, this seminar will provide potential, budding, and closet SLP authors with key information on how to create children’s books that provide optimal support for language goals.
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CEUs/Hours Offered: ASHA/0.1 Intermediate, Related; IACET/0.1; SAC/1.0
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Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to describe key elements of the empirical literature base related to the elements of children’s literature that support positive language therapeutic outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to analyze children’s books by SLP authors to identify research-supported characteristics that facilitate language, and literacy development.
- After this course, participants will be able to apply concepts to self-author children’s books for preschoolers
Course created on July 29, 2025
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Introduction |
| 5-15 Minutes | Review of Key Elements of Literature |
| 15-45 Minutes | Analysis of Children's Books by SLPs |
| 45-55 Minutes | Writing and Publishing |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary / Q&A |
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2570 Reviews
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January 29, 2026
Great visuals and presentation of information.
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January 29, 2026
This was one of my favorite courses so far this year. Great information and resources and food-for-thought to branch out and try something new.
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Jennifer
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January 28, 2026
I enjoyed learning about the process behind writing and developing books and feel inspired to consider it for myself.
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January 28, 2026
This is the motivation and structure I needed to finally create book.
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Sarah
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January 28, 2026
I can apply this to work AND home with my own kids!
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January 26, 2026
I'm interested in writing children's books and therefore found all the information she provided to be very beneficial.
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January 23, 2026
Excellent information to include in therapy activities. Excellent references and resources. Great encouragement for speech pathologists to become authors on topics we know about. I have written 2 books (and am working on a third) for ESL Adults and this has motivated me to try to write new books for the preschoolers (in speech therapy)that I work with. Although Shari spoke fast, she was easy to understand. I was delighted with this program!
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January 22, 2026
Presenter was engaging
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Tiffany
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January 21, 2026
These presentation covered so much in such a short period of time, from how to come up with ideas while incorporating research all the way to how to get a book published. The handouts are wonderful not for just writing a book but also assessing the effective effectiveness of a particular book in therapy.
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January 21, 2026
Thank you for providing this helpful information about writing children's books, the link to the Dynamic Resources site, and the other resources/examples. Your course was informative and helpful.
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Katie
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January 20, 2026
Great framework for creating children's books!
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Erin
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January 20, 2026
Great idea to make this a continuing education opportunity.
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Jacqueline
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January 20, 2026
This is exactly what I've been wanting to learn about. Not just about writing children's books, but a course connecting books to speech therapy activities. Thank you!!
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Chrissy
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January 18, 2026
The presenter explained everything in an organized and detailed way.
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January 18, 2026
Loved this one! Very helpful!
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Stephanie
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January 17, 2026
This shared great insights on what to consider when writing a book.
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January 15, 2026
This course was excellent because it combined clear, research-based content with practical, real-world applications. The material was well organized, easy to follow, and directly relevant to professional practice. Activities and examples supported learning and encouraged reflection, making the course both engaging and effective.
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January 14, 2026
She shared good resources.
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Mary Kate
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January 13, 2026
This was a very unique topic. I'm excited to brainstorm some book ideas!
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Kristin
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January 12, 2026
Great information!
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Cheryl
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January 10, 2026
Great information on key considerations for writing children’s books to support language development and literacy. It got me pumped up to finish working on and submit my book idea!
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January 9, 2026
I appreciated that the course talked both about how to publish, as well as components to a quality children's book, which is helpful both for a writer and consumer of books.
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Michelle
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January 8, 2026
I loved this topic! It's very inspiring to increase the available resources for the clients we work with. Great ideas!
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January 7, 2026
Great information!!! I never thought about writing a book myself, using all the skills/knowledge I have gained as an SLP!
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Aidee
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January 6, 2026
I enjoy the speaker and how she presented the material
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January 5, 2026
Great ideas for books, already in my amazon wish list!
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January 5, 2026
This course introduced books that were/are written by Speech Language Pathologists. As an SLP assistant, I found it intersting that there are books available for therapeutic use, written by SLPs, that will focus on language goals and other areas that will meet the student's IEP when used in therapy.
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January 4, 2026
Presenter displayed thorough knowledge and expertise in the area of SLPs as children's authors and provided useful information, strategies and resources.
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January 3, 2026
Thank you so much for this presentation! It is long overdue. I am a seasoned SLP who has wanted to publish since early in my career. I didn't know how. This is excellent basic information to get started. Thank you again!
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January 2, 2026
It was a well organized, jam packed information, provided excellent examples and was very easy to follow.
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January 2, 2026
I enjoyed the presenter and the topic.
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Member
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January 2, 2026
I liked the resources aligned with the presentation. Accessing the already made books and the extension website to access more materials for each of the books. I think it also is motivating to create a book for some of my intervention needs where I lack materials.
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December 31, 2025
This course was very inspiring and informative. I appreciate Shari Robertson's passion for this topic. It is contagious!
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Kristi
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December 31, 2025
It was a unique, creative, and interesting class that really does apply to therapy goals, and supports language, academic, and literacy skills.
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Member
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December 31, 2025
I have thought about maybe trying to write a book and was interested in how to go about it. I have more time now that I am retired, and it is something to think about.
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Christina
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December 31, 2025
It was well presented, and I feel more confident in exploring my dream of being an author of children's books.
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Kathryn
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December 31, 2025
This course was a great creativity boost and was presented with great enthusiasm. It really encouraged me to use my knowledge and skills in a different way to improve language outcomes.
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Member
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December 31, 2025
Well organized. Opened the posibility to a new activity, writing a book!
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Deborah
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December 31, 2025
Gives a great starting point for writing children's books. Concrete strategies and goals for the process.
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Lynise
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December 31, 2025
It was an excellent, well-organized course that was visually appealing and provided a strong foundation for SLPs interested in becoming authors. The course included clear examples of books that illustrated the recommended criteria and demonstrated effective ways to incorporate language and literacy skills.
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December 31, 2025
Great examples and practical information
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Marta
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December 31, 2025
Informative and very descriptive.
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Emy
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December 30, 2025
This course was very inspiring. Made me want to look into writing!
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Lindsey
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December 30, 2025
This course is excellent because it includes research data with printed examples and leads toward the creation of new resources.
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December 30, 2025
I have written one children’s book (waiting to have it published) and I took my love of nature and passion for speech- language pathology and tried to make a fun and interactive story. However, I feel after this course, I now know exactly what I need to do to incorporate all aspects of speech and language to make it even better. Thank you!
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December 30, 2025
Great presentation of a very interesting topic!
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Maureen
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December 30, 2025
I enjoyed the concept of SLP’s writing books and I thought the resources provided to target thinking and how to align with common core standards helpful.
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Victoria
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December 30, 2025
This course provides a useful and inspiring introduction to a topic that SLPs need to learn more about. Our profession has great potential to bring our unique perspective and commitment to evidence-provided practices in language, literacy, speech, and related areas. This course used the limited time frame well and offers a helpful framework for taking on the challenge of writing for children as an SLP.
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December 30, 2025
Via supplemental materials, specific examples, and the rich content itself, this course had everything I was looking for.
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Member
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December 30, 2025
Excellent information not only for creating children's books, but also for choosing children's books for language intervention.
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Amy
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December 29, 2025
Loved this course! The presenter was excited about the subject!
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December 29, 2025
I have always used books in my tx sessions. This was a wonderful extension to my love of literature and my love of being an SLP.
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Abby
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December 29, 2025
very helpful information
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Member
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December 29, 2025
Informative and motivating
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December 29, 2025
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Holley
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December 29, 2025
This was an excellent course for ANY SLP whether they want to write books or not. The information about the books being written and how to use them... had me thinking of specific kids I can use these books with right now! Loved this course!
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December 29, 2025
This is a topic that I was surprised to learn about but found very engaging and informative.
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December 29, 2025
Liked the book examples and how they connected to literacy and communication goals.
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Member
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December 29, 2025
The presenter had real world experience in the topic she was presenting about.
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Tiffany
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December 29, 2025
The presenter provided valuable details/examples on what to include in children's books that an SLP can use when creating their own book. I have written hand made children's books and a slew of social story books over the last 25-years. I loved this course and am ready to start writing children's books as an SLP!
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Maylin
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December 29, 2025
This course was excellent because it was well organized, engaging, and grounded in evidence-based practice. The content clearly connected theory to practical application, making it immediately relevant to clinical work. The instructor created a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encouraged reflection, confidence, and meaningful skill development.
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December 28, 2025
It was so interesting, creative, helpful, well organized, and engaging. Many hands on resources that we can use for free were provided. This really makes writing children’s books seem do-able.
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Kim
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December 28, 2025
Loved the course! Can I just say that, along with SLPS writing books, we also need to be creating toys and choosing the pictures on alphabet-related toys.
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Member
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December 28, 2025
The webinar was well organized and easy to follow. Content was clearly presented, relevant, and applicable to practice. Overall, the material was engaging, practical, and accessible.
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Annagail
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December 28, 2025
The information shared not only gave ideas for writing books but also provided helpful tips on using books in therapy. Well organized, helpful visuals and examples, engaging presentation style.
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Cheryl
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December 28, 2025
Such a dynamic and down to earth presenter. A lot of practical information and resources provided. I'm inspired and eager to try to write a children's book!
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Member
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December 28, 2025
The course provided a road map for those interested in getting a children's book published with an emphasis on therapy and academic targets.
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Member
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December 28, 2025
Great information presented in a clear and concise format.
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December 28, 2025
The supplemental materials and examples provided helped to solidify the information provided.
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Member
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December 28, 2025
So fun! The hour flew by. I love all of the ideas and appreciate all of the resources. Thank you!
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Glynn
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December 27, 2025
Shari is very passionate about her topic and it shows in her presentation. I don't know that I'm going to write a book, but her samples of what a good SLP book needs to have was very informative.
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December 27, 2025
Interesting information I would never have access to.
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December 27, 2025
If you're an SLP and have ever considered writing a children's book, THIS is a must take class!
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December 27, 2025
Loved the course
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Member
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December 26, 2025
Great information on the components of publishing!
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December 25, 2025
Great presenter and amazing author! Really enjoyed the course!
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Geovanna
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December 25, 2025
The presenter, Shari, offered so much helpful guidance and information to prepare anyone considering writing a children's book.
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December 24, 2025
I am an SLP and author and can't wait to write more now!
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December 24, 2025
This course was so eye opening! It made me realize that the knowledge and expertise of an SLP can really enhance literature on the market. We have the ability to author books that can be very educational and really boost childrens language and academics. I love the extension ideas and the many many examples provided in the slides. This was my favorite course!
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December 23, 2025
Informative! Thank you for the encouragement. It is sometimes hard to find books we can use in therapy, and creating them is a wonderful idea.
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Beth
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December 23, 2025
great guidelines for writing children's books for speech therapy
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December 23, 2025
This workshop expanding my thinking of visualizing the beneficial skills that SLP authors are able to provide to the creation of children's books.
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December 23, 2025
This was a good course for CFs.
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December 23, 2025
Great topic! We need more SLP authors!
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Member
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December 23, 2025
relevant and useful information provided in this course
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Summer
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December 23, 2025
I enjoyed her explanation on how to incorporate language intervention strategies.
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December 22, 2025
I have often thought about writing books for children. This presentation has given me lots of useful information and encouragement.
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Charles
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December 22, 2025
Applicability to my role as a school-based SLP.
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Travis
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December 21, 2025
This was inspiring. I have not intended to write a children's book, but it was very inspiring to hear about people who have. This also has made me aware of material I have been looking for.
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December 20, 2025
resources and book examples shared
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December 20, 2025
Very interesting topic and great resources shared
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Andrea
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December 20, 2025
I think I will try to write a book!
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December 19, 2025
I love incorporating books in therapy sessions when possible and this course helped to give me another lens in which to look at books when considering using them in sessions.
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Joelle
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December 19, 2025
Organization and illustration of each principle
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Tenecia
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December 19, 2025
Shari's love of literature and expertise in our field were perfectly woven in this very unique CEU opportunity. Thank you for this vital information and the inspiration!
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Marianne
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December 18, 2025
I’ve had an idea for a therapy resource/children’s book in mind for many years. Maybe I will now have the courage to actually think about writing it!
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Member
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December 18, 2025
I found this course to be very interesting as I enjoy using books to enhance language development. I also appreciate the list of books that were written by speech therapist; I will refer to this list often.
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Member
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December 18, 2025
Inspiring and motivating. I also really appreciate all the shared resources.
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Melanie
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December 18, 2025
I like the fast-paced presentation style, as well the practical ideas that can be used right away in therapy.
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Loretta
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December 18, 2025
Never thought about writing a book can I will I we'll see. Thank you
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Presented By
Shari Robertson
PhD CCC-SLP, BCS-CL, ASHA Fellow and Honors, NAP Fellow
Shari Robertson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow and Honors, NAP Fellow, Board Certified Specialist in Child Language, spent twenty years practicing in the schools and twenty five years in academia. Robertson, the CEO of Dynamic Resources and the 2019 President of the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association, has published numerous articles, book, and clinical materials and is a nationally and internationally recognized speaker on topics such as language and literacy development, functional intervention strategies, counseling, advocacy, leadership, mindfulness, imaginology, and self-care.
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