Expanding Expression

Expanding Expression The Expanding Expression Tool (EET) is a multi-sensory approach used to facilitate more detailed descriptions and definitions.

Welcome to the Expanding Expression Tool (EET) Community! 🎉

This page is dedicated to all things EET—where educators, speech-language pathologists, parents, and kids come together to improve language and literacy. 🌟 The tool motivates students to clearly define vocabulary, write informational reports, use vibrant details and write from prior knowledge. As a mnemonic device it provides visual and

tactile information for improved language organization. As a national speaker, Sara Smith, creator or the EET, provides insight into learning and demonstrates strategies to use with all children. You can visit the Expanding Expression website to learn more about how you can arrange for Sara to speak at your event. During the training, participants will be taught how to follow a hierarchical approach taking students’ expression from words to paragraphs to reports. The research basis, hands-on activities, samples from students and strategies/ideas for students are all part of this presentation. Expanding Expression is the sole manufacturer and copyright holder of the Expanding Expression Tool kit. The content of the EET tool, symbols and/or colors are protected by copyright law and will be enforced. This copyright owner does not give permission to share or sell this information or any adaptation of Expanding Expression on TPT, online, or any other commercial means.

Big thank you to Mrs. Leis and her class for sharing these wonderful “If I Were a Reindeer” descriptions using the Expan...
12/17/2024

Big thank you to Mrs. Leis and her class for sharing these wonderful “If I Were a Reindeer” descriptions using the Expanding Expression Tool (EET) kit! 🦌✨

We loved seeing how students used their EET stickers to organize and expand their ideas—just in time for the season! Activities like this help make learning descriptive language fun and engaging.

If you’re looking for a festive way to get students talking, writing, and sharing, grab your EET stickers and give this activity a try! We'd love to see what your students create.

Tag us or share their samples below!

'Tis the Season to Expand Expression! ✨🎄https://www.ExpandingExpression.comHeading to the ASHA Conference? While we won’...
12/06/2024

'Tis the Season to Expand Expression! ✨🎄
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Heading to the ASHA Conference? While we won’t be there in person, you can still bring the magic of the EET WORKS Kit to your practice or classroom!
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Perfect for:
✅ Boosting language & literacy skills.
✅ Making speech-language sessions more engaging.
✅ Helping students describe, organize, and succeed.
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Special Offer for ASHA Attendees: Be among the first to pre-order our brand-new EET Children's Book Pack—combining fun stories with effective tools for learning!
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The Expanding Expression Tool (EET) kit is designed for preschool through high school students to support academics. Using the multisensory approach, educators can reach students effectively ina fun, easily implemented way.

NEW! The EET Book & Plush Strand Pack! https://www.ExpandingExpression.comPre-order NOW for exclusive early access! Be t...
12/06/2024

NEW! The EET Book & Plush Strand Pack!
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Pre-order NOW for exclusive early access!
Be the first to get your hands on the brand-new EET Book & Plush Strand Pack—the perfect tool to help kids expand their language, boost creativity, and have fun! 🎈
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What’s Inside?
✔️ Two NEW EET Books designed to teach and reinforce description skills in an engaging way.
✔️ The adorable EET Plush Strand—your new best friend for practice and fun!
✔️ A Colorful Poster to help keep kids on track while they describe!
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Why You'll Love It:
Perfect for teachers, SLPs, and parents
Makes language learning interactive and exciting
Fun, new, and ready to energize your classroom or home learning sessions!
PRE-SALE: Order now and we’ll ship in January! Get ahead of the curve and secure your set today. Limited quantities available!
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Don’t miss out! Your language learning journey starts here. ✨
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As a national speaker, Sara L. Smith provides insight into learning and demonstrates strategies to use with all children...
12/06/2024

As a national speaker, Sara L. Smith provides insight into learning and demonstrates strategies to use with all children. Her interest and continued study of language processing and multi-sensory approaches has led to her development of the Expanding Expression Tool (EET) for improved oral and written expression. She received her bachelor's Degree from Central Michigan University and her Master's Degree from Bowling Green State University.
https://www.ExpandingExpression.com
The Idea
During my first year as a speech-language pathologist I noticed how difficult it was for kids to express themselves. Even to talk about common vocabulary or objects was a challenge. One night I went home and put together a tool that would show kids all the things they could include when describing. My students started providing 7-8 details about whatever I asked them to describe with the EET. I then used the EET to help my students write reports. I used it with students in the gifted and talented, general education, and special education classrooms. I noticed that all the students with whom I used it made remarkable gains that were almost immediate. When our principal saw the results with the Expanding Expression Tool, she indicated she wanted all of our teachers using it. I am very grateful to her and to the many teachers who were the first to welcome the EET into their classrooms. I then developed the EET into a kit for classrooms and presented at my first conference.
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And Now...
I spend my days between presenting across the country and parenting two wonderful children. The Expanding Expression Tool is throughout the US, in Canada and other countries, and in over 12,000 classrooms. Although I miss having my own students, I am blessed to be able to work with students when modeling lessons. I am also enjoying the success stories and student samples sent to me by teachers.
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11/25/2024

🌟 Practice Makes Perfect! 🌟
Look at Lexi go! After practicing her show-and-tell description with her EETCHY Bag, she confidently shared it with her class—and totally nailed it! 🧸✨

Her mom and teacher shared this amazing video of Lexi describing her item, using the Expanding Expression Tool (EET) to help organize her thoughts and share with confidence. We’re so proud of her hard work and success! 🎉👏

💬 Let’s celebrate Lexi in the comments! Have your own EET success story? Share it with us and !

11/22/2024

🎒✨ "Look who's ready for Show and Tell!" ✨🎒

Lexi practiced at home with her EETCHY bag, and it paid off! Watch as she confidently describes her special item, using the EET to organize her thoughts like a pro. 💬👏

Her mom shared how excited Lexi was for her turn at school—and it's easy to see why! 🏫💚

The EET isn’t just a tool—it’s a confidence booster, a way to make learning fun, and a game-changer for kids like Lexi. 🌟

How could the EET make a difference for your students or kiddos?

Thank you Brentwood UFSD for having me present Tuesday. You were a fun group! I’m looking forward to trainings this week...
10/31/2024

Thank you Brentwood UFSD for having me present Tuesday. You were a fun group! I’m looking forward to trainings this week and next with Eureka USD, SWCCCASE, and Hewlett-Wood UFSD.

10/22/2024

The Expanding Expression Tool (EET) kit is designed for preschool through high school students to support academics. Using the multisensory approach, educators can reach students effectively ina fun, easily implemented way.

08/05/2024

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🌟 Practice Makes Perfect! 🌟 Look at Lexi go! After practicing her show-and-tell description with her EETCHY Bag, she confidently shared it with her class—and totally nailed it! 🧸✨ Her mom and teacher shared this amazing video of Lexi describing her item, using the Expanding Expression Tool (EET) to help organize her thoughts and share with confidence. We’re so proud of her hard work and success! 🎉👏 💬 Let’s celebrate Lexi in the comments! Have your own EET success story? Share it with us and #ShowOffYourEET! #EETSuccess #LanguageLearningFun #ShowAndTellMagic #EETWorks

🎒✨ "Look who's ready for Show and Tell!" ✨🎒 Lexi practiced at home with her EETCHY bag, and it paid off! Watch as she confidently describes her special item, using the EET to organize her thoughts like a pro. 💬👏 Her mom shared how excited Lexi was for her turn at school—and it's easy to see why! 🏫💚 The EET isn’t just a tool—it’s a confidence booster, a way to make learning fun, and a game-changer for kids like Lexi. 🌟 How could the EET make a difference for your students or kiddos?

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