If you’re working on core vocabulary in speech therapy, “more” is a word you can’t ignore! It’s versatile, easy to model, and helps kids express their wants and needs across various activities. Whether your students are asking for more snacks, more blocks, or more time to play, the word “more” offers endless opportunities for language growth.
As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s also the perfect core word to incorporate into food-themed lessons. Whether you’re talking about “more turkey,” “more mashed potatoes,” or even “more pie,” this season is full of ways to practice “more” with your students. Keep reading to discover some fun and creative ways to target “more” in your therapy sessions!
Why “More” is the Perfect Core Word for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is all about food, family, and (of course) asking for more of what we love! This makes it the ideal time to practice the core word “more” in a natural, meaningful way. Here’s how you can integrate “more” into your Thanksgiving-themed therapy sessions:
- Snack Time: Have your students request “more” of their favorite snacks. Model phrases like “more please” or “I want more apple” to encourage longer utterances.
- Pretend Play: Set up a pretend Thanksgiving meal with toy food and encourage your students to ask for “more turkey,” “more pie,” or “more food.”
- Books: Use Thanksgiving-themed books where characters are asking for more. Prompt your students to say “more” whenever food is mentioned or a character asks for more of something.
7 Fun Activities for Targeting the Core Word “More”
Here are some Thanksgiving-themed activities that will help your students practice “more” in engaging and effective ways:
- A Song: “The More We Get Together”
Songs are a great way to reinforce core words in speech therapy. “The More We Get Together” is perfect for introducing and practicing “more” in a repetitive and fun way. - A Book: Just One More by Jennifer Hanson Rolly
This charming book about a child who always wants “just one more” is ideal for Thanksgiving-themed lessons. Use it to help students practice asking for “more” in a relatable way. - Bubbles
Kids love bubbles! Use this favorite activity to encourage them to request “more bubbles” or say “I want more!” It’s a motivating and fun way to reinforce the core word “more.” - Toy Blocks
Building towers with blocks is a fantastic opportunity to model “more” in different ways. Have your students request “more blocks,” “more on top,” or “build more towers.” - Pop the Pig Game
This game is a hit with kids and ties perfectly into a Thanksgiving food theme. As they feed the pig burgers, have them say “more burgers” or “feed him more.” It’s a great way to practice “more” in a playful context. - Toy Food
Set up a pretend Thanksgiving meal with toy food and let your students practice saying “more food,” “more pie,” or “more turkey.” This activity provides a natural way to use “more” while discussing food—a perfect fit for Thanksgiving. - Turkey Feathers Activity
Get crafty by creating a turkey with feathers! Have students say “more feathers” or “more red feathers” as they decorate the turkey. You can also make a jumbo turkey out of felt or paper and use real or toy feathers to make it a sensory-rich experience.
Keep Your Therapy Thematic with Core Word Kits
For an easy, organized way to target core words like “more,” try using a Core Word Kit or a thematic core word kit. These kits are packed with interactive books, no-prep activities, and thematic lessons that make targeting core vocabulary words simple and fun. They’re great for busy SLPs who want engaging, pre-planned lessons that fit seamlessly into their therapy sessions.
Thanksgiving offers the perfect opportunity to focus on the core word “more.” Whether you’re targeting simple requests or building more complex sentences, your students will love practicing this essential word through fun, food-themed activities.
Do you have a favorite way to target “more” in therapy? Share your ideas in the comments below—I’d love to hear them!
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