Multiple Meaning Words Made Easy: Step-by-Step Strategies for Speech Therapy
Show Notes: slpnow.com/240Did you know that nearly half of English words have more than one meaning? In this episode, we break down simple, evidence-backed strategies to help students infer meaning, build vocabulary, and strengthen comprehension—all without adding more prep to your plate.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to introduce the concept of multiple meaning words with concrete, student-friendly examplesWays to teach students to use context clues and imagery to determine meaningMetalinguistic prompts that support flexible thinkingHow to use graphic organizers and parts-of-speech frames to deepen understandingIf you want ready-to-use activities for these strategies, start a free SLP Now trial (slpnow.com/pod) and explore the Multiple Meaning Words Skill Pack.
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How to Teach Describing: Evidence-Based Strategies SLPs Can Use Tomorrow
What if teaching describing could feel simpler and more effective? In this episode, we break down evidence-based strategies and share practical tools you can start using right away. From visual supports to vocabulary journals, you’ll learn how to build stronger describing skills with confidence.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:Teach key attribute categories using clear, structured supportsUse contrastive examples to boost understandingBuild vocabulary with journals and scaffolded visualsSupport generalization through sentence framesSign up for the free trial at slpnow.com/pod to download the Describing Helper and start using it in your sessions today!
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5 Simple, Research-Backed Tips for Targeting Basic Concepts in Therapy
Show Notes: slpnow.com/238In this episode, I’m sharing five simple, research-backed strategies you can use to target basic concepts in a way that really sticks. You’ll learn how to keep instruction focused, embed concepts in meaningful contexts, and use gestures and visuals to boost understanding. I’ll also walk you through how to put it all together with one of my favorite books, Zoe Gets Ready, using a literacy-based therapy framework.Tune in to discover practical ways to target basic concepts while keeping therapy fun, functional, and evidence-aligned.Go to slpnow.com/trial to download the skill pack and therapy plans! It's free!
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5 Evidence-Based Strategies to Boost MLU (That You Can Use Tomorrow!)
Access the Sentence Pack (for free!) here: slpnow.com/podShow Notes: slpnow.com/237In this episode, we’re diving into five evidence-based strategies to boost your students’ Mean Length of Utterance (MLU) — in a way that’s fun, functional, and easy to track! 🎯You’ll learn how to:✅ Use language samples to identify targets and monitor progress✅ Embed MLU practice into play, books, songs, and routines✅ Model just above the child’s level for natural growth✅ Use sentence frames and visuals to support longer utterances✅ Give students space with contingent responses and wait timePlus, I’ll show you how it all comes together in a Little Blue Truck therapy plan.✨ Resources MentionedFree Language Sample Sheet: slpnow.com/free-language-sample-hackSentence Pack: slpnow.com/materials/sentence-pack/Therapy Plans (including Little Blue Truck): slpnow.com/pod
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Making Syntax Simple: Strategies for Passive Voice and Clauses
Show Notes: slpnow.com/236Even our youngest students use complex syntax, but what happens when they don’t? In this episode, Marisha breaks down why syntax matters (even for kindergartners!) and shares practical strategies to assess and target structures like passive voice, relative clauses, and adverbial clauses. You’ll learn evidence-based techniques such as focused stimulation, sentence combining, and sentence decomposition — plus how to easily embed these skills into your literacy-based therapy sessions using SLP Now resources.
The SLP Now Podcast is your go-to resource for practical speech-language pathology tips. Through this podcast, you'll hear directly from Marisha Mets, a school-based SLP turned research nerd. She’ll be joined by expert guests to answer your biggest questions. Submit your questions at slpnow.com/ask.
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