Idiom of the Week September 26th

All tied up
Really means: Very busy

Idiom of the Week

September 19th:
They're in hot water
Really means: They're in big trouble

Idiom of the Week

Idioms are figurative expressions that mean something other than what they sound like.  Some of our third graders will be learning idioms in speech-language therapy this year.  I will be posting an Idiom of the Week at the beginning of each week.  The Idiom of the Week for September 12th is:

It's raining cats and dogs.
It really means: It's raining really hard.

September Language Theme for Ms. Padolina's Class

The language theme for September is Back to School and Apples.  We will be reading several adapted books about school and apples throughout the month.  We will incorporate cooking activities and games centered around the theme as well as IPad and Smart Board games and activities.  Some of the language targets include:




Following directions
Answering questions
Story comprehension
Sequencing
Interactive play
Taking turns
Understanding basic concepts
Theme related vocabulary
Using switches and voice output devices as appropriate

Using the IPad in Thearpy

Last year we began using an IPod in theray.  This year, we have begun using an IPad in therapy.  Check out my IPad/IPod page for a list of apps we use.

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