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...

Can Non-Speaking Children Learn to Read? Breanna Waldrup, MS, CCC-SLP Let’s get straight to the answer – YES, non-speaking children CAN learn to read. This may seem confusing since many of us first learned to read by reading aloud and reading skills are often tested and demon...

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...

What Are PDHs and How Are They Calculated? In the world of speech-language pathology and audiology, continuing education is key to maintaining certification and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field. While many are familiar with Continuing Education Uni...

  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...

In today’s educational landscape, teaching the alphabet and phonics effectively is more crucial than ever. Traditional methods often fall short in addressing the complexities of English phonetics. However, Bjorem Better Letters™, combined with Laurie Berkner's engaging songs a...

What is Bjorem Better Letters™ with The Laurie Berkner Band Card Deck? Inspired by the original Bjorem Speech® Sound Cues, Bjorem Better Letters™ contains SIX decks organized into one box, each seamlessly integrating with Laurie Berkner’s “Better Letters” songs for a harmoni...

Do you have students who struggle with the vocalic R?  (That was rhetorical. Of course, you do! We all do.) Have no fear! Today, we're diving into coarticulation; a flexible strategy we can use to conquer one of the trickiest sounds in speech therapy – the vocalic R. We're tak...