EI Essentials

Are you tired of explaining the same strategies every visit only to wonder if caregivers remember them after you leave?These 6 ready-to-use handouts were made for EI SLPs who want to leave something behind that families will actually use. Written in plain, parent-friendly language. No jargon, no overwhelm.What's included:✔ Face to Face✔ Wait Time✔ Modeling & Repeating✔ Commenting✔ Expanding Language✔ Communication Temptations💡 How EI SLPs are using this bundle: Leave one handout per visit as yo

Colors and shapes are not first words. It can be hard to shift families from academic words to functional ones. This bundle gives you everything you need to target the functional vocabulary that actually builds communication in toddlers.Three resources. One system. Real language for real life.What's included: ✔ First Words Checklist — identify and target high-impact words by category ✔ Top 10 First Words Poster — a simple visual families can use every single day ✔ First Words Tracker — document

A parent who doesn't understand why you do what you do will never fully buy in. This handout gives them the "why" behind Early Intervention in plain language they can actually connect with.What's included: ✔ 3-page grab-and-go resource you can print or send digitally ✔ 5 research backed principles explained in parent-friendly language ✔ Covers routine-based learning, caregiver coaching, and why EI works ✔ Aligned with current EI best practice ✔ Print or text/email directly to families💡 How EI S

😩You show up with good intentions and zero plan. Sound familiar? This step-by-step guide helps you walk into every EI visit knowing exactly what you're doing and why.What's included: ✔ Simple 5-step visit structure you can follow every single time ✔ Coaching questions that fill the awkward silence and get caregivers talking ✔ "Our Plan Between Visits" handout families actually hold onto ✔ Fits right into your welcome packet💡 How EI SLPs are using this: Review it in the car before you knock. Fi

They're staring at you with that look...the one that says why is a stranger coming to my house to play with my kid? This resource gives families the "why" behind EI home visits and gives you something professional to hand over, send home, or leave at that first IFSP meeting.What's included:✔ Editable welcome letter you can personalize with your name and contact info✔ One-page handout explaining what to expect during EI home visits✔ Parent-friendly language with zero jargon✔ Warm, approachable to