Unleash the power of storytelling on your child's developmental journey! Join us as we explore the transformative influence of family narratives on children. Based on the research of Robin Fivush and Marshall P. Duke, we reveal the multitude of benefits kids reap when they know their family tales. Their resilience, self-esteem, and social skills see a significant boost. More than that, we consider how these stories can be effectively integrated into therapy, serving as instruments to enhance episodic memory, predictable behavior, vocabulary, and critical thinking. You’ll also hear some of our personal family narratives and learn about the critical thinking triangle, a handy tool from the Story Grammar Marker people.
Take a step further into the world of stories with us. We share a heartwarming tale of a school physical therapist whose professional advice led a first grader's parents to seek help beyond the school's resources. We introduce you to Dan and his father's inspiring journey that was profoundly influenced by a teacher who spurred a love for reading. Yet, we also know that not every story has a happy ending, and we guide you on how to handle narratives that don't end well and finding ways to move forward.
Make no mistake - family stories are powerful, and so are the rituals that accompany them. As we delve deeper, we uncover how children comprehend the personalities of their family members via these stories and the rituals they observe. Persistence is the key to storytelling, and we've got useful tips on how families can tell their stories effectively. Drawing from our years of experience as SLPs, we offer guidance on how to help families share their narratives and put them into a physical form. So, what are you waiting for? Tune into the Speech Umbrella and start harnessing the power of family stories today!
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https://storyintelligence.com/fivush-%26-duke
Story Grammar Marker , Do You Do Two?
Music: Simple Gifts performed by Ted Yoder, used with permission
11/15/23 • 28 min
The Speech Umbrella - The Power of Family Stories
Transcript
Denise: Hi there, welcome to the Speech Umbrella podcast. I think you're going to love today's episode because who doesn't love a good story? I've been wanting to do this podcast for a long time, and with Thanksgiving and family togetherness coming up, this seemed like the perfect time. Today, we're not talking about just any stories. We're talking about the kinds of stories that have a big, dare I say, huge, positive impact on children, and that is their own family stories. T
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