The Hanen Centre - Every Interaction Counts

Every day brings opportunities to help children communicate, connect and learn — during play, routines, conversations and time spent sharing books.

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Save 10% off listed prices on eligible Hanen workshops, e-Seminars and resources through October 9^th with the code INTERACT2026

WANT A CHANCE TO SAVE 20% INSTEAD?

Follow The Hanen Centre on Instagram or Facebook and respond to our weekly Every Interaction Counts prompt. Each week, up to 10 submissions will be selected to receive a personalized, single-use 20% discount code.*

*Offer valid through October 9 on eligible Hanen workshops, e-Seminars and resources. Excludes combos, sets, e-Books and member-only resources. Workshop eligibility requirements apply. Participants selected for the 20% social offer will receive 20% off instead of the standard 10% campaign discount. Discounts cannot be combined with other offers. Additional terms apply.

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'Every Interaction Counts' Resources

Simple ideas you can use every day.
Practical ideas for routines, play, conversations and book sharing.

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A few good places to begin with the Every Interaction Counts idea.

Article

Six Things Children Enjoy Most in Interactions

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Video

Why Interaction Matters

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Speaking More Than One Language with My Child

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Language in everyday interactions

Explore ideas about motivation, following a child’s interests and building language into everyday moments.

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Children Learning Language: Motivation Matters

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The Power of Using Everyday Routines to Promote Young Children's Language and Social Skills

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Autism

Explore resources about connection, people games, early conversations and family-centred support.

Article

What Happens When You Play with Autistic Children Without Toys? More Than You Might Think!

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Choosing People Games that Include Your Child’s Sensory Preferences

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Starting Strong: How More Than Words® Supports SLPs Working with Families of Autistic Children

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Early literacy and book sharing

Explore practical ideas for making shared reading more interactive, enjoyable and responsive to children’s interests.

Article

What Do Children Say About Their Favourite Books?

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Tips

School Readiness Tips: Language and Literacy

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Turning Little Books into Big Conversations

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Keep learning

When you are ready, explore a next step that fits your family, role or professional learning goals.

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The Power of Parents

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Use Hanen's Find a Hanen SLP directory.

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September Themes

Featured Article
Children Learning Language: Motivation Matters

Further Reading
The Power of Using Everyday Routines to Promote Young Children's Language and Social Skills

For Parents
Find a Hanen-Certified Speech-Language Pathologist

For Professionals
Explore SPARK Communication™

What people are saying about SPARK Communication™

"This workshop was excellent. I think it will just strengthen our services for families as our speech-language pathologists are certified in It Takes Two to Talk."

"A very beneficial workshop. I learned so much, have tangible resources I can use and a roadmap to help guide my practice in coaching parents."

Featured Article
What Happens When You Play Without Toys?

Further Reading
Choosing People Games that Include Your Child’s Sensory Preferences
Starting Strong: How More Than Words® Supports SLPs Working with Families of Autistic Children

For Parents
Find a Hanen Certified Speech-Language Pathologist

For Professionals
Explore Hanen 4"I"s to Socialize™

What people are saying about Hanen 4"I"s to Socialize™

"The [Hanen 4"I"s to Socialize™] approach made a lot of sense, especially when related immediately to children I am working with. Extremely relevant and helpful for my day-to-day work. There was lot of information and using videos with discussion helped me understand. Having the guide book, and access to the resources so that I can read and review the course content, will help me embed my learning."

"All the training has enhanced my learning. It was great to be able to brainstorm ideas and scenarios with others, break out into groups to practice our new learnings. The tip sheets, the action plan forms and the intervention planning forms are a great tool."

Featured Article
What Do Children Say About Their Favourite Books?

Further Reading
School Readiness Tips: Language and Literacy
Turning Little Books into Big Conversations

For Professionals
Explore Hanen Launchpad to Literacy™

What people are saying about Hanen Launchpad to Literacy™

"I loved it! The workshop was engaging and provided valuable insights into supporting literacy development. The practical strategies discussed were immediately applicable to my work, and the instructor effectively facilitated a dynamic learning environment."

“Honestly this was the best online training that I've ever completed. Although we went through lots of information, nothing ever felt rushed and we had ample time to practice new skills."

Ready to Go Further?

Choose the next step that fits you.

For Parents
Find a Hanen Slp

For Early Years Consultants
Explore Early Years Consultant Resources

For Professionals
Explore Hanen Workshops

For Speech-Language Pathologists
Certification Workshops
e-Seminars

Featured Article
The Power of Parents

FINAL CAMPAIGN REMINDER: Save 10% off listed prices throughout September with code INTERACT2026 - or follow Hanen on social media and comment on the designated campaign posts for a chance to save 20%. Offers end with the campaign and are not stackable.

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Ready for Your Next Step?

For Parents & Caregivers

Need help supporting your child's communication and connection?

Find a Hanen SLP

Explore Parent Resources

For Educators

Looking for strategies for communication and early literacy?

Explore Educator Resources

Explore Professional Learning

For Professionals Supporting Children & Families

What are you hoping to support?

Language Development | Social Communication & Autism | Early Literacy

For Speech-Language Pathologists

Looking for evidence-based professional learning and certification?

Explore SLP Professional Development

Certification Workshops | e-Seminars | Membership

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Why Hanen?

PRACTICAL STRATEGIES. EVIDENCE-BASED APPROACHES. EVERYDAY INTERACTIONS.

The Hanen Centre helps the important adults in children's lives create more opportunities for communication, connection and learning during everyday interactions.

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Every Interaction Counts – Promotion Terms

By submitting a response, participants give The Hanen Centre permission to reproduce, repost, publish and share their submitted response, together with their name and/or other attribution provided with the submission, in connection with the Every Interaction Counts campaign and other Hanen communications, including Hanen’s website, email and social media channels.

The Hanen Centre may make minor edits for length, spelling, grammar or clarity, provided the meaning is not materially changed.

Submission does not give The Hanen Centre permission to publish a child’s full name, photograph, video or other personally identifying information without any additional permission that may be required.

Hanen may choose not to publish or consider submissions that are inappropriate, inaccurate, offensive, promotional, unrelated to the campaign topic or otherwise unsuitable.

Selection for a discount does not guarantee that a submission will be published.

Every Interaction Counts

Small moments can make a big difference