Miss Emily began teaching infant, toddler and family enrichment classes in 2017 and loves it so much!
Currently, Miss Emily is teaching 6-week baby sign language sessions through Holland Recreation Department.
WHAT: Get out of the house for this fun, structured class full of sign language, songs, movement, reading and bubbles taught by pediatric speech-language pathologist and owner of High 5 Speech Therapy
WHO: kids ages 2-24* months and their caregivers (*or any other age that may benefit). 1-2 caregivers are allowed per family (unless permission is given for more). Older siblings are welcome provided they are 1) interested in joining us in class, or 2) can entertain themselves in the waiting room without being a distraction to class.
WHERE: High 5 Speech Therapy, 291 W. Lakewood Blvd
WHY: Language skills are the building blocks for ALL social relationships and academic learning - give your kiddos the gift of communication! Research has shown that teaching your baby sign language can...
What should I bring to class? • Anything you would normally need to have with you to sustain your little one for an hour. Breastfeeding + bottles and drinking cups are always allowed in our class space; if your child needs a snack during class, you are welcome to feed them in my waiting room (so there's no snack jealousy haha!). Please, no toys from home. • For our younger, immobile babies, some families like to bring a Boppy-type pillow so baby can comfortably face you during class and soak up watching you signing. However, I know that's a lot to lug around, so if you feel like skipping that, I totally get it. I have lots of blankets that can be used for baby as well. If your baby is mobile, don’t worry – they will soak up the class in their own way! • Class space is a shoe-free zone, feel free to bring/wear socks if you would like • Otherwise, I should have everything else you will need!
We are a judgment-free zone of caregivers, so if you don’t get a chance to sneak in that shower before the class, no worries! This class is designed to support you on your parenthood journey, not give you more to worry about.
Should I come to just 1 session, or more than 1? Miss Emily designed her baby sign language classes so that you and your child can continue to join us for consecutive sessions and still learn new material, with a rotating set of lessons, signs and songs.
The more exposure and consistency your child experiences, the easier it will be for them (and you!) to remember!
