YouTube has become a versatile tool for speech therapists, offering a vast array of resources to make sessions more engaging and effective. In this blog post, we’ll explore 14 creative ways to leverage YouTube during your speech therapy sessions, along with examples of channels to get you started.
Language Lab Adventures
Explore the “Super Simple Songs – Kids Songs” channel for catchy tunes and animated videos that enhance language development in a fun and interactive way.
Storytelling Extravaganza
“StoryBots” offers entertaining animated stories, making it an excellent resource for incorporating storytelling into your sessions.
Phonics Fiesta
Check out “Jack Hartmann Kids Music Channel” for phonics songs and exercises that turn learning into a musical adventure.
Pronunciation Playground
“Rachel’s English” offers pronunciation guides and accent modification tutorials, making it ideal for clients looking to refine their speech.
Role-Playing Rendezvous
Explore “KidVision Pre-K” for videos that simulate everyday scenarios and virtual field trips, providing opportunities for role-playing and conversation practice.
Breathing Bliss
Find guided breathing exercises and relaxation videos on “Mindful Kids“, aiding clients in improving breathing and voice control.
Visual Aid Voyage
“KidsTV123” provides visually stimulating videos with flashcards and images, reinforcing vocabulary and language concepts.
Narrative Novelties
For the older students, you can use short clips from “TED-Ed” as prompts for building narratives, encouraging storytelling and creative expression.
News Report Nook
Analyze news reports or interviews on “CNN Student News“, enhancing listening comprehension and discussion skills.
Educational Documentaries Deep Dive
Introduce educational documentaries from “National Geographic Kids” or “BBC Earth” related to your client’s interests for enriched language discussions.
Articulation Challenges Circuit
Encourage clients to follow channels like “Articulation Station” for challenging words or phrases, fostering articulation improvement.
Interactive Discussions Destination
Watch and discuss informative talks on “TEDx Talks” for interactive discussions on a range of communication and speech-related topics.
Toddler Learning
Ms Rachel uses techniques recommended by speech therapists and early childhood experts to help children learn important milestones and preschool skills!
Augmentative Communication and literacy
Mister Clay’s videos center around Augmentative Communication and literacy, but really are for anyone who wants to have fun and learn. These language-based videos cover everything from letter sounds to parts of speech.