Wait and Watch Reminder Cards - Supporting Children with Speech Needs

Activities for Families
Written By Cynthia Skyers-Gordon

Activities for Families

Children often need extra time to process language, organize thoughts, and communicate in their own way. The Wait and Watch Reminder Cards encourage adults to pause before speaking for the child, creating a supportive space for communication attempts to happen naturally.

These gentle reminders help reduce pressure while building confidence, independence, and meaningful communication experiences at home.

Skill Focus:

  • Communication confidence

  • Processing time support

  • Family communication strategies

  • Language development

  • Emotional safety

  • Responsive interactions

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Cynthia Skyers-Gordon

Dr. Cynthia Skyers-Gordon, Ed.D. is the founder of SILWELL-C (Staff-Inspired Leadership for Wellness and Calm), a wellness initiative created to empower educators, leaders, and teams to thrive from within. With more than 33 years of experience in early childhood education, from assistant teacher to director to Education Coordinator, Dr. Skyers-Gordon understands the challenges and opportunities staff face each day.

SILWELL-C was born from her belief that true wellness in schools starts with the staff themselves. By providing calm leadership strategies, practical tools, affirmations, and inspiration, SILWELL-C equips educators and leaders to create supportive, balanced environments where both staff and children can flourish.

Through workshops, consultations, and creative resources, Dr. Skyers-Gordon combines her in-depth expertise with a passion for cultivating resilience, connection, and calm in every space. Whether it’s through her upcoming Wellness Toolkit, the JamBel Storybook, or the Free Wellness Hub, she continues to design practical ways for educators and leaders to sustain their own wellness while inspiring others.

At its core, SILWELL-C is more than a program; it’s a movement: a reminder that when staff lead with wellness, schools grow with strength, calm, and confidence.

https://www.silwellc.com
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