Using a DIY Sensory Bag to Collect a Speech Sound Inventory

Using a DIY Sensory Bag to Collect a Speech Sound Inventory

A speech sound inventory is a comprehensive list of the child’s current sound repertoire.  This allows speech-language pathologists to identify and document the specific speech sounds a child can and cannot produce correctly. It helps speech therapists assess, track progress, and develop targeted therapy plans to address speech sound disorders effectively.


Using the Bjorem Speech Sound Cues and the corresponding Bjorem Sound and Literacy Forms, getting a speech sound inventory is a breeze. 


BUT… obtaining a speech sound inventory can be a pretty boring task for a child, especially our wiggly little ones! However, it doesn’t have to be! There are plenty of ways to make this crucial step of assessment and progress monitoring engaging and enjoyable. One way to do this, is to turn it into a sensory experience using a DIY sensory bag! 


Step 1: Create a Sensory Bag

You will need: 

  • Gallon size ziploc bag (take rubbing alcohol to the label to remove it so you have a plain clear bag!)
  • 2 bottles of cheap hair gel
  • Food coloring
  • Glitter 

All you do is combine all ingredients into the ziploc bag and voila! Super quick and easy!


Step 2: Put Speech Sound Cue Stickers Under the Bag

Grab some Better Letters Stickers and place them underneath the sensory bag (not inside!) 


Step 3: Collect a Sound Inventory or Teach the Sound Cues 

Squish around and see what cues you find!!! As the child finds the cue, you can tell them the name of the speech sound cue and what sound it makes. For example, “Woah! You found the Popcorn Sound! This sound says “p.” “p-p-p.” You try!” Record their production of that sound on your inventory form. Then, move on to see what other sounds can be found! You can do a few sounds at a time to make it less overwhelming and provide more room to squish and explore. Slide a new set of cues under when you’ve found all the cues. 


 


*Note: If you plan on using the Bjorem Speech Sound Cues in therapy, especially with children with childhood apraxia of speech, you also want the child to get familiar with the sound cues. This activity will be great for learning the speech sound cues as well!

 

For more ideas for how to use the Bjorem Speech Sound Cues, check out this blog post!

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