Hiding Hat: A Fun and Versatile Language Tool

Hide it! Reach inside! Talk about it! The Hiding Hat is a playful and interactive resource that engages children while targeting a variety of speech and language goals. Whether you’re an SLP, educator, or parent, this unique tool adds excitement to therapy and learning sessions by incorporating the element of surprise.

How to Use the Hiding Hat

1. Hide It: Place the included photographic cards with language prompts inside the hat, or use your own toys and objects.
2. Reach Inside: Let children take turns reaching into the hat to pull out an item.
3. Talk About It: Use the prompts or encourage open-ended discussion about the item, promoting language, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills.

Features of the Hiding Hat

• Interactive Design: The surprise of reaching inside keeps children engaged and excited.
• Removable Top: Makes it easy to clean and refill with new items.
• Customizable Use: Fill the hat with a variety of objects, toys, or sensory materials for tailored activities.
• Photographic Cards with Prompts: Includes visual supports to guide conversations and activities.

Creative Applications for SLPs and Educators

• Language Development: Use the photographic cards to work on vocabulary, sentence formation, and answering questions.
• Sensory Play: Turn the Hiding Hat into a “Sensory Hat” by adding rice, beans, or other sensory materials.
• Descriptive Language: Encourage children to describe the objects they pull out.
• Turn-Taking and Social Skills: The game format promotes patience, cooperation, and conversational turn-taking.

Why SLPs Love the Hiding Hat

• Versatility: Targets diverse goals, including vocabulary building, categorization, articulation, and sensory exploration.
• Ease of Cleaning: The removable top makes it simple to maintain hygiene between sessions.
• Engaging Format: Combines fun and learning, keeping children motivated and focused.