Course Description

Everyday SPARKS is a simple, evidence-based approach to nurturing your child’s communication through play, connection, and daily routines. You’ll learn how to transform ordinary moments into opportunities for language growth, engagement, and joy. The course includes short, easy-to-follow videos, a beautifully designed downloadable workbook, and real-life examples that make it easy to bring these strategies to life at home.

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for parents and caregivers of toddlers and preschoolers who are “late talkers” or showing emerging communication skills. No professional background is needed — just curiosity, love, and a desire to help your child connect and communicate.
You don’t need special materials or extra hours in your day — just everyday moments and a little intentionality. With SPARKS, you’ll learn how to make communication flourish naturally.

What You'll Learn

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Understand what the SPARKS framework is and how to use it throughout your day

  • Recognize and celebrate your child’s communication cues — both verbal and nonverbal

  • Use play-based strategies to spark engagement, imitation, and shared joy

  • Build your child’s language in authentic, meaningful ways

  • Create simple home plans and track progress over time

Course Format

  • Video lessons with voice narration
  • Printable workbook and activity pages
  • Home plan templates and progress tracker
  • Lifetime access — learn at your own pace
  • Caregiver community for questions and encouragement



Course Outline

  • Welcome & Overview – Understanding the heart of Everyday SPARKS

  • Language Milestones - Familiarize yourself with receptive and expressive language milestones

  • Stop & Notice – Becoming more attuned to your child’s cues

  • Pause with Purpose – Creating space for connection and initiation

  • Add Language – Turning everyday moments into teaching moments

  • Respond & Expand – Building on your child’s communication attempts

  • Keep it Playful – Using joy and curiosity as tools for growth

  • Stay Consistent – Building habits that support long-term success

  • Bringing SPARKS into Daily Routines – Mealtime, playtime, bath time, and beyond

  • Tracking Progress & Celebrating Growth

  • Next Steps & Encouragement – Continuing your child’s communication journey

Community Connection

In addition to your course materials, you’ll have access to the Everyday SPARKS Caregiver Community — a safe, supportive space where you can:
  • Ask questions and share real-life experiences
  • Connect with caregivers on a similar journey
  • Get bonus tips and encouragement from Nikki and the McRory team
Because growth happens best when you feel supported, this community ensures you never walk this journey alone.


Enroll today and start sparking connection through everyday moments.

Because communication starts long before words — and your everyday moments matter most.

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