The tally is in, and we won … $18! It sure was an exciting couple of days at the Foundation, and thanks for all the kind wishes of luck on Facebook. Read more about our jackpot in The NonProfit Times.
Singing is an activity that many children love. When we sing together in a happy and confidence-building atmosphere, the brain reacts by secreting chemical substances known as neurotransmitters, dopamine and noradrenalin.
By becoming more effective clinicians, these workshop graduates are making an impact on children’s lives. Here is some feedback from the Mid-Atlantic 2012 Class to prove just that.
This year’s International Stuttering Awareness Day theme (People Who Stutter Supporting Each Other) inspired me to read numerous articles by those who stutter and to listen to some classic podcasts on StutterTalk which has lead to this post on how to pick a SLP who understands stuttering.
It is likely that few people in North America know the name Hrithik Roshan. He is currently the biggest movie star in Bollywood, and many cinema critics feel that Roshan could be the first Bollywood star to make the transition to Hollywood star.
With the worldwide attention given to American Idol contestant Lazaro Arbos in early 2013, the stuttering community has been heartened by how the young singer has put a human face on stuttering. Articles abound telling how almost all people who stutter can sing fluently. There are many famous people who stutter who have had brilliant singing careers.
An exciting new book for children, The Teacher Who Made a Difference, written by noted children’s author Corrine M. Litzenberg, is now available. The story portrays the close relationship Corinne has with her teacher, Mrs. Mabel. They work their way through challenging situations related to Corinne’s stuttering.
Concerned parents who want to help their children who stutter have a new resource to turn to. The Stuttering Foundation has released a new 16-minute video, 7 Tips for Talking with the Child Who Stutters, that offers practical strategies parents can use to support their young children’s communication skills and build their confidence.