A Play-Based Enrichment Program Helping Toddlers Build Communication & Social-Emotional Skills
Lil’Minds at Play in South Jersey
Build Communication Skills
Understand and Express Feelings
Practice Play Skills That Support Social Growth
Gain Confidence and make Connections
Learn to Self-Regulate and Solve Problems
Build Relationships
Small, supportive play groups led by a Speech-Language Pathologist
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Small, supportive play groups led by a Speech-Language Pathologist *
Lil’ Minds at Play provides small-group speech and social communication sessions within participating New Jersey preschools and community-based early childhood settings. Led by a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, our play-based approach supports language development, peer interaction, and social-emotional growth in familiar, child-centered environments.
Empowering Young Communicators
Is your child…
Struggling to join play with other children?
Wanting to connect but unsure how to start?
Getting frustrated when they can’t express themselves?
Having big feelings that are hard to manage?
Preferring to play alone instead of with peers?
Finding transitions or changes difficult?
Needing extra support building confidence in social situations?
You are not alone — support can begin through play.
The Power of Play
Play is one of the most powerful ways young children learn to communicate, build relationships, and understand their feelings. Through play, children develop creativity, imagination, dexterity, and physical, cognitive, and emotional strength. Play supports healthy overall development by giving children a safe space to explore their thoughts, work through challenges, and make sense of their world.
During play-based classes, children practice important communication and social skills in a fun, natural, and supportive environment. These experiences help children connect with peers, express themselves with confidence, regulate emotions, and navigate everyday situations at home, school, and within their community.
Toddler Play & Communication Group
Ages 18–36 months
✔ Small group of 2-3 children
✔ 30-minute play-based sessions
✔ Led by a certified Speech-Language Pathologist
✔ Focus on early communication, social interaction & play skills
Preschool Play & Social Communication Group
Ages 3–5 years
✔ Small group of 3–5 children
✔ 30-minute play-based sessions
✔ Led by a certified Speech-Language Pathologist
✔ Focus on social interaction, imagination, and communication skills
