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Tuesday Tip: Making Time Visible with Anchors

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Sep 03, 2025
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Last week we talked about the importance of bringing analogue clocks back into our homes so kids can see time moving.

This week, we’re taking it a step further—customizing clocks so they become powerful visual anchors for your child’s brain.

And I want to pause here to say: much of what I’ve learned about this comes from my dear friend and colleague, Sarah Ward, a brilliant SLP whose work in executive functioning has shaped so much of what I teach. I’m grateful for her wisdom and thrilled to share these strategies with you.


Layer 1: Customizing the Clock

The first layer is simple: make the clock fun and meaningful to your child.

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