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...

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...

Speech Sound Disorders (SSD) are a common challenge among children, and one specific area that often needs targeted intervention is S Cluster Reduction. This phonological process, where children omit the /s/ sound in clusters (e.g., saying "poon" instead of "spoon"), can sign...

Practicing at the Top of License as Speech Language Pathologists: The Importance of Using Correct Terminology In the realm of speech therapy, the precision of language not only aids in clear communication but also reflects our expertise and professionalism. In an Instagram Li...

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...

Speech therapy extends beyond the confines of the clinic, with home practice playing a crucial role in reinforcing new skills and accelerating progress. Engaging children in speech therapy activities at home can be challenging but immensely rewarding. This blog post explores ...

Do you have kids on your caseload with such significant phonological deficits and have so many sounds in error that you’re just not sure where to begin? It can be pretty defeating when you’re not certain about what direction to take in therapy. Do you start with earlier devel...

Having a student is truly a privilege for more experienced SLPs. You spend a lot of time helping to teach, coach, and guide them with how to assess and treat different populations. During that time, you have shown them different therapy approaches and even better some of your ...

Learning the alphabet is one of the hallmarks of childhood. From learning to sing the ABCs to beginning to write the letters in their name, alphabet knowledge becomes increasingly important. When teaching the alphabet, there are a few things we want to consider such as letter...