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The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention

Dinalynn Rosenbush, SLP | Speech Pathologist, Parent Mentor, Communication with Kids
Child Development
Parenting
Language Development
Parenting Strategies
Speech Therapy
Communication Skills
Communication
Speech-Language Delay
Speech-Language Pathology
Child Behavior
Homeschooling
ADHD
Communication Strategies
Listening Skills
Emotional Regulation
Education
Speech Language Pathology
Speech and Language Delay
Language Delays
Play-Based Learning

*** WINNER of the 2026 Lifestyle Podcast Award! *** ***Top 1.5% Parenting Podcast Worldwide***Getting Kids to Listen | Speech Therapy | Child Communication | Parenting Strategies

Are you tired of repeating yourself, dealing with meltdowns, or wondering why your child still isn’t listening? Are you worried about speech delays, language development, behavior challenges, or communication struggles? ... more

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Hey Friends~

Does your child come home from school and suddenly seem like a different kid?

They're whining. Fighting with siblings. Ignoring directions. Melting down over something tiny. And you're thinking, “You know how to do this. Why is everyth... more

Hey Friends~

Homeschooling is a choice more families are considering, and it opens up some interesting conversations about how children learn best. In this episode of The Language of Play, we explore freedom and flexibility in learning, following a ... more

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What if your child’s wildest, most ridiculous ideas are actually a doorway into learning? In this episode, I talk with Josh Davidson, co-founder of Night Zookeeper, about using imagination, creativity, and play to help children develop ... more

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Why does your child fall apart over transitions they know how to do - or do every day?

Getting out the door, leaving the playground, turning off the tablet, or getting ready for bed can be a battle.

In this episode, you’ll discover wh... more

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Amanda Schenkenberger
Second-generation homeschooler, mom of four boys, coach helping families build sustainable homeschooling routines
ConfidentHomeschoolMoms.com
Episode: 284 Homeschooling: What Does It Really Take to Do It Well? Amanda Schenkenberger shares her experience
Joshua Davidson
Co-founder of Night Zookeeper; author of Night Zookeeper Adventure Book Series
Night Zookeeper
Episode: 283 Your Child is a Reluctant Writer? Why MORE Ridiculous Ideas Might Help: Night Zookeeper with Josh Davidson
Katherine Sellery
CEO and founder of Conscious Parenting Revolution; creator of Guidance Approach for Parenting
Conscious Parenting Revolution
Episode: 279 Do You Want Cooperation or Compliance? What’s the Difference—and Why Does It Matter? with Katherine Sellery
Kami Wanous
Homeschool mentor, creator of Rising Leaders Roadmap, credentialed teacher with public education and homeschooling experience
Rising Leaders Roadmap / Inspired Lifelong Learners Masterclass
Episode: 277 How to Raise a Child Who Believes They Can Learn Anything with Kami Wanous
Ann Swanson
Author of Meditation For the Real World and Science Of Yoga
Author and meditation expert
Episode: 275 Before You Try to Calm Your Child, Do This First with Ann Swanson
Brandon Barber
Coach focused on resilience-based parenting with Michelle Barber; helps parents become calm, confident leaders
Brandon and Michelle Barber Coaching
Episode: 274 Self-Regulation for Parents: Why Taking Care of Yourself Isn't Selfish, with Coach Brandon Barber
Margot Bevington
Award-winning children's musician focused on language and social-emotional learning
Episode: 273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?
Allison Egidi
Pediatric sleep coach, founder of Sleep and Wellness Coach LLC
Sleep and Wellness Coach LLC
Episode: 272 Want Your Kids To Sleep? Allison Egidi Shares Amazingly Effective Advice!
Tracie Rieder
Owner of Circle of Friends Signing School; signed language educator
Circle of Friends Signing School; Time Out Behavior Coaching
Episode: 270 Tracie Rieder: Using Signs As A Bridge To Speaking

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Dinalynn Rosenbush
Host of The Language of Play, Speech-Language Pathologist and parent coach

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • Grounded, gentle, genuinely useful

    As a bilingual SLP and toddler mom, I love how The Language of Play meets parents right where they are. Dinalynn has a gift for turning the science of how kids learn to communicate into small, everyday moments any parent can do - no pressure, no perfection required!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lindsey Carleton
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent Resource

    Dinalynn has such a wealth of information on language development- her podcast is an excellent resource for parents! I was lucky to be a guest on episode 273, to talk about how music can be a bridge to language development. A parent, educator for 20+ years, and person who makes music designed to boost early childhood development, I still learned a few things from Dinalynn!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mom2-4-Eva
    United States3 months ago
  • Such a joy!

    Podchaser
    5
    Dinalynn Rosenbush
    7 months ago
  • Great focus

    Dinalyn is very focused on improving outcomes for kids through supporting parents in their daily struggles.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GrandmaDebRech
    United States8 months ago
  • A great, well-prepared host

    Review of Dinalynne of The Language of Play podcast.

    Dinalynn was a delightful host for our podcast. Our discussion flowed freely and we shared many experiences and thoughts about helping parents and children communicate successfully. I was also impressed in how well prepared Dinalynn was for our podcast. She had come up with very informative questions to discuss child emotional development and parent-child communication at different stages of child development.

    I would recommend Dinalynn hig... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dsmarc
    United States10 months ago

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Warm, practical, and patient host who makes complex topics accessible for parents.
High-quality conversations with a focus on family wellbeing and language development.
Guests consistently bring actionable, research-informed tips that listeners can apply immediately.

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284 Homeschooling: What Does It Really Take to Do It Well? Amanda Schenkenberger shares her experience
Q: What is the traffic light brain and how is it applied to homeschooling?
A framework where green brain means calm and collaborative learning, yellow signals rising frustration requiring slowing down, and red indicates a need for a full break and reset; used to keep learning emotionally safe and effective for both parent and child.
284 Homeschooling: What Does It Really Take to Do It Well? Amanda Schenkenberger shares her experience
Q: How did Amanda's own homeschooling experience shape her approach to coaching other families?
Her values emphasize life-based learning, following the child's lead, and integrating academics naturally through play and real-life experiences, rather than forcing a traditional desk-based model.
273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?
Q: How do you handle a classroom moment when a student shifts the topic or goes off on a related tangent?
I bring the topic back around by inviting related personal experiences and then guiding the conversation back to the target concept, turning a potential tangent into richer language opportunities.
273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?
Q: What is an example from your teaching that shows how music expands vocabulary in a natural way?
Songs like Three Is a Magic Number introduce families and roles while embedding multiple vocabulary concepts, and teachers can pause, discuss the words, and connect them to books or stories to deepen understanding.
273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?
Q: Can you explain how music slows down language and why that helps kids learn?
Music provides rhythm, repetition, and predictable patterns that slow down language, giving the brain time to process sounds and map them to meanings, which helps with acquisition and memory, especially for children who learn differently.

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The show blends speech-language pathology, parenting strategies, and practical daily tools to support language development and calmer parenting. Episodes frequently center on using play, routine, and simple techniques to boost communication, reduce tantrums, and foster social-emotional learning in kids. A notable pattern is the guest mix of clinicians, educators, and parenting coaches who share actionable frameworks, real-world tips, and family-centered approaches, often with sponsor integrations and take-home resources. The host is likely to stand out for her warm, practical style and ability to translate complex concepts into doable activities for families and educators alike.

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2. Joshua Davidson
3. Katherine Sellery
4. Kami Wanous
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8. Allison Egidi

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