N8 Speech Pathology

13/05/2026

Very easy science experiment for any age - balloon straw rocket races. All you need are balloons, string or yarn, tape and paper. Perfect for indoors and outdoors!
(When finished remember to cut the balloon up when putting in bin so can't make their way into water ways and harm our wildlife 🙂)

This is a super simple science experiment with balloon rockets for kids. Teach them about Newton’s third law of motion or simply have some fun!

06/05/2026

Wacky Word of the Month!

This month the wacky word is:

“Wamble” ……. Associated with the stomach – to feel nauseas. Can also be associated with moving unsteadily with a weaving or rolling motion.

Can you do the challenge and use this over the next few days?

29/04/2026

Knowing the things to say to kids can be challenging. Each month this year a one-liner, to have in your tool-box, will be shared that helps you connect with your kids as they grow and mature. These lines can be powerful and make them feel safe in a world that at times can feel anything but.

This month the line is……. “Thanks for telling me”.

This shows gratitude to kids for sharing their thoughts, reinforces the importance of communication and creates a safe space to share again with you.

22/04/2026

Wacky Word of the Month!

This month the wacky word is:

“Petrichor” ……. the distinctive, earthy, usually pleasant smell that is comes with rainfall following a warm, dry period.

Can you do the challenge and use this over the next few days?

15/04/2026

A school holiday activity ….. using 6 lines of tape! Not one idea, but 5!
Have fun!

5 activities to do with the same 6 lines of tape.

08/04/2026

A school holiday activity idea …. Scavenger Hunt!

Scavenger hunts enhance cognitive skills, problem-solving, decision-making, physical activity, and sensory development.

You can make your own list or use the one below.

01/04/2026

April Fools Day Humour ....

25/03/2026

Knowing the things to say to kids can be challenging. Each month this year a one-liner, to have in your tool-box, will be shared that helps you connect with your kids as they grow and mature. These lines can be powerful and make them feel safe in a world that at times can feel anything but.

This month the line is……. “Let’s start over”.

These three words tell kids they are worthy of a fresh start, teaches value of forgiveness and shows a way to move past disagreements.

18/03/2026

What is Swallowing Awareness Day?
Itis an opportunity to bring attention to people with swallowing needs and connect them with speech pathologists, the professionals who can help.

Like breathing, swallowing is essential to everyday life. People swallow between 500–700 times a day, around three times an hour during sleep, once per minute while awake and even more during meals.
Over one million Australians have a swallowing difficulty (also known as dysphagia).

Dysphagia can occur at any stage of life.
Swallowing difficulty (dysphagia) is any problem with sucking, swallowing, drinking, chewing, eating, controlling saliva, taking medication, or protecting the lungs from food and drink 'going the wrong way'.

Who can help with these …. A Speech Pathologist can!

11/03/2026

Here is a joke to see if your children understand.
Being able to understand jokes helps memory, language, problem-solving skills as well as flexibility in thinking.

04/03/2026

Wacky Word of the Month!

This month the wacky word is:

“Anthracite” ……. a hard natural coal of high shine differing from common coal as contains little volatile matter and burns very cleanly

Can you do the challenge and use this over the next few days?