by Jenny Edgar | Oct 23, 2025 | Literacy
Perth Speech Therapy – Alfred Cove, WA What Is Segmenting? When children learn to read and spell, one of the most powerful skills they develop is segmenting. Segmenting means breaking words down into their smallest units of sound. It’s the reverse of blending (where...
by Jenny Edgar | Sep 11, 2025 | Dyslexia, Literacy
Does your child struggle to recognise letters, match sounds to words, or avoid reading altogether? 📚If they get frustrated with homework or show low confidence in writing tasks, they may be experiencing early literacy difficulties. Literacy is more than reading and...
by Jenny Edgar | Jul 22, 2025 | Language Development, Literacy
The Importance of Expressive Language. Have you ever asked your child what happened at school and heard, “I don’t know”? Or read a bedtime story and noticed they struggle to tell it back to you in their own words? These moments are more than just everyday parenting...
by Jenny Edgar | Jun 12, 2025 | Literacy
As a parent, it can be heartbreaking to watch your child struggle with learning to read or spell. You may notice them losing confidence, avoiding homework, or falling behind in class—and you’re not sure how to help. At Perth Speech Therapy, we understand how deeply...
by Jenny Edgar | Mar 16, 2025 | Literacy
By the end of preprimary (typically around ages 5 to 6), children should have developed several foundational literacy skills that will set the stage for their continued learning in primary school. These skills encompass not just reading and writing, but also...
by Jenny Edgar | Nov 27, 2024 | Literacy
Sharing books with young children is essential for their holistic development, serving as a foundation for a broad range of cognitive, emotional, and social skills. Beyond simply building language and literacy, reading together sparks a lifelong love of books,...
