Bjorem Speech® Blog

Where to Start with Bjorem Speech Publications: A Guide for SLPs, Educators, and Caregivers New to Bjorem Speech Publications and not sure where to begin? Welcome! You’re in the right place! Whether you're an SLP (or soon-to-be SLP!), a parent, or an educator, we’re here to w...

What is Fronting and Backing in Speech Therapy? If you’ve ever heard a child say “tar” for “car” or “call” for “tall,” you may have witnessed fronting or backing, two common phonological patterns that can impact speech clarity. These patterns are typical in early speech devel...

LIVE Q&A on Childhood Apraxia of Speech: Highlights from Apraxia Experts Jennie Bjorem & Breanna Waldrup Earlier this month, apraxia experts Jennie Bjorem and Breanna Waldrup went live on Instagram to answer your questions and share deep insights into Childhood Apraxi...

What’s New in the Bjorem Speech® Sound Cues for R? If you’ve ever supported a student through the ups and downs of R therapy, you know how powerful the right cue can be. That’s why we’re so excited to introduce the updated Bjorem Speech® R Sound Cues - a reimagined tool desi...

What ARE Facilitative Contexts? Kelly Farquharson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP Have you heard the phrase “facilitative contexts” buzzing around social media? What exactly ARE they, what do we use them for, and how do we identify them? Let’s get into it! Facilitative contexts are - or a...

  Phonological awareness is a foundational skill that underpins a child’s ability to read, write, and communicate effectively. Whether you're a speech-language pathologist (SLP), parent, or educator, nurturing these skills in young children is essential to fostering their lan...

The Difference Between Bjorem Speech® Minimal Pairs Decks and Cycles Decks When it comes to effective speech therapy tools, Bjorem Speech® offers a wide range of resources tailored to address various speech and phonological disorders. Two of our most popular tools are the Min...

  As speech-language pathologists (SLPs), parents, or educators, it's important to recognize and encourage a child's efforts in ways that promote growth, resilience, and a love for learning. While "good job" is a common phrase, it can sometimes be too general and may not full...

  Why Choose Bjorem Speech? Bjorem Speech® products stand out in the field of speech therapy due to their unwavering commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and functionality. Designed by actual speech-language pathologists with the latest research-based approaches, these mat...

  You asked, and we delivered! For years, educators have been requesting a more comprehensive product that includes letters alongside the original Bjorem Speech Sound Cues by Jennie Bjorem, M.A., CCC-SLP. We are excited to announce the upcoming release of the Bjorem Better L...