Welcome!
I view my therapy room as my “home away from home” so I try to make it warm and inviting. Students need to feel accepted and safe and that’s what I want my room to portray. I hope you’ll look around and maybe get some ideas for your space! There are many times I wish I could just discuss speech therapy over a warm a chai tea latte with my readers. Since that’s a little hard, the next best thing is to welcome you into my speech room. So grab a warm drink, come on in, and take a look around!
Hello! Here is the view as you walk in. It’s not a huge space but I feel so blessed to have storage and (gasp!) even a sink to call my own. 🙂 My walls are grey-blue and then I bring in pinks, teals, and yellows to brighten it up.
My favorite part of my room is my Communication Tree Bulletin Board. I wanted it functional and colorful. There are hundreds of words on this board and I use it daily to practice articulation, language and even fluency!
Here’s a close up view of the words:
It was actually pretty easy to make!
- I printed up lots of articulation words grouped together by sound and printed them on clear labels.
- Next, I printed out my labels and attached them to circles (I invested in a circle punch so the time flew!)
- Then, I ordered a wall decal (the branches) from Amazon. Click HERE for the one I ordered. I simply changed “The Loving Tree” to “The Communication Tree” 🙂
- I downloaded these super-cute subway art signs from All Y’all Need.
- And….then I arranged it on my bulletin board.
***Update
I changed my bulletin board this year to make it more useable for my students. I created a bulletin board using Fry Sight words to help both with articulation and spelling. You can view this product HERE.
On the counter sit my Common Core Cans. Students know that in order to receive a sticker at the end of a session, they must answer a question out of their Common Core Can. These were made of coffee cans and scrapbook paper. You can find a post on these cuties HERE.
I am sooo blessed with tons of storage. Below my bulletin board sit two sets of cabinets. On one side are my Superhero I Can/I Will Common Core Statements. Students know to come in and grab the standard they are working on off of the ribbon.
On the other side are my clips for my Speechie Clip Chart. You can grab it for free HERE! Students come in and grab their clip off of the ribbon and place it on the green “Ready to Learn” spot.
I love my new canvas rules sign which coordinates with my First Week in Speech Packet. I bought it on Etsy from Blank Slate Creations.
Next to my canvas rules sign is my DIY School Supply Holder. I made this little guy last summer so supplies would be easily accessible to my kiddos. I love the way it turned out! To see how I did it, check out this post!
Here’s one more picture of the entire wall (can you tell I love this part of my room?) 🙂
Now I’m heading to the place where all the fun learning goes on. This year I decided I was tired of them getting distracted by all the fun games and materials in my cabinet and so I attached a curtain. I also looove my new lamp. It makes it easy to see student work. I grabbed both of these finds at Target.
Behind my curtain are all my wonderful therapy treasures. I completely revamped my organization and bought stackable drawers. I then used my Editable Classroom Labels to label everything. And I mean everything. Warning-there are a lot of pictures coming your way. I’m just so happy to finally feel somewhat organized!
Traveling to the other side of my room is where all the not-so-fun stuff happens-paperwork. I wanted to make this space happy so you’ll see lots of pictures of my sweet little family :).
I found these adorable boards at Marshall’s (which is similar to TJ Maxx).
I have my friend Natalie Snyders to thank for my fun mouse pad!
Finally, on the other side of my desk are my certifications. I found these fun document frames at Ikea for $1.99. That’s right-$1.99! I bought up all five of their colors :).
I hope you found some fresh ideas! Shine this year!
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Lindsey says
September 4, 2015 at 10:27 amHi! I love your speech rooms! Where did you get your labels for your file cabinet?
Nicole Allison says
September 14, 2015 at 1:24 pmThank you! Here’s the link: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Editable-Classroom-Organization-Labels-1381670
Sydney Thornton says
December 20, 2015 at 1:48 pmu are the best Nicole u make my day everyday when u post stuff
Greta says
January 8, 2016 at 5:46 pmAllison, your speech room is amazing! I am trying to get a good mix between “pretty” and “functional,” and that’s not easy to do, but it looks like you achieved it! I got lots of ideas from this post. Thank you for the inspiration and links to materials! 🙂
Nicole Allison says
January 9, 2016 at 4:37 pmThank you so much! It was definitely a work in progress and gets used a ton now that it’s finally finished! I wish you the best this year!
Greta says
January 8, 2016 at 5:48 pmOops, posted your name as “Allison!” My brain is still on winter break… 😛 Awesome room, Nicole!
Mary Margaret says
July 31, 2016 at 9:21 pmAllison, can you tell me where you got the cute paisley bulletin board border?! I’m upset us with the ‘pleasantness and prettiness’ of your school speech room! I hope you know that imitation is the best form of flattery! Happy speeching, Mary Margaret
Nicole Allison says
August 1, 2016 at 12:27 amHi Mary, Thanks so much for asking! I got it from a local teacher store by me called the Wise Owl. I’m glad you like it and hope you can find it!
Laura says
January 22, 2017 at 3:18 pmYou are inspirational and I love your fresh ideas. I love your speech room and how inviting you have made it for your kids. I am really enjoying reading your blogs and all your great ideas for therapy.
Allison says
July 28, 2017 at 5:41 amI so love your speech room. I have to admit, I’m a bit jealous of all your space and storage!! 🙂 But I’m trying to get inspired to be organized with my tiny little room. On a lighter note, I always liked your name. My name is Allison, and my parents almost named me Allison Nicole. But they finally decided on Allison Renee after several days of being an unnamed baby–they were so indecisive–haha!. Then I saw the pic of your certificates and saw your full name–Nicole Renee Allison!!!! What a coinkidink!!! 🙂
Nicole Allison says
July 28, 2017 at 5:02 pmWow, so neat Allison, we’re almost long lost twins lol! I did have a great room. I self-contract now to two schools to be home more with my little ones so I don’t have nearly the storage-oh how I miss it! Wishing you a great year and please keep in touch!
Maryann Oliver Romano says
August 25, 2017 at 2:42 amHi,
I also love your room. I am in the process of moving into my 5th room in 6 years! I am hoping I can stay in this room a while so I can make it my own. I would love to know what items you keep in each plastic bin on your shelves. Thanks for all the inspiration.
Nicole Allison says
August 28, 2017 at 11:36 pmHi Maryann!
I keep anything from books to laminated materials in my plastic bins-I love them! I got these at Target for $3 a piece 🙂
Michelle Sisto says
January 3, 2018 at 9:28 pmOMG I’m so obsessed! Where did you get that beautiful hanging sign that says “super speechie” and has different sayings on each board going down with the pink ribbon? I love it!
Nicole Allison says
January 3, 2018 at 9:44 pmThank you! It’s a free clip chart in my store 🙂 https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Speechie-Clip-Chart-Freebie-832645
Michelle Sisto says
January 3, 2018 at 11:57 pmoh my gosh! thanks so much!!!
Kitty N says
November 12, 2018 at 6:54 pmI love your Rules! How they address social skills and kindness. I think I am finally going to change mine and add some of yours!
Nicole Allison says
December 3, 2018 at 6:11 pmThank you!