Understanding the Difference: Bjorem Better Letters™ vs. Bjorem Speech® Sound Cues

When it comes to building strong foundations in speech and literacy, Bjorem Speech® offers standout tools that blend fun, inclusivity, and functionality. Two key players—Bjorem Better Letters™ and the Bjorem Speech® Sound Cues—support children at different stages of development. Here’s a friendly guide to understanding how they differ, how they connect, and how they can work together beautifully.

🧠 Bjorem Speech® Sound Cues: Where Speech Learning Begins

The Bjorem Speech® Sound Cues are designed to teach SOUNDS—not letters—through visuals and intuitive prompts. These cues are perfect for:

• Childhood Apraxia of Speech

• Speech Sound Disorders

• Early speech development

• Phonological awareness

• Supporting dyslexia and early reading skills

Each card uses an engaging image and sound cue (like “mmmm” or “ssss”) to help kids connect what they hear to how it feels to say it. They are:

• Play-based

• Evidence-based

• Developmentally appropriate from 18 months and up

💡 Available in multiple sizes: original, mini objects (in a cute canvas bag), and large (ideal for groups and teletherapy). All cards are soft matte—not shiny—to reduce glare and support visual accessibility.

🔡 Bjorem Better Letters™: Linking Sounds to Letters

While Speech Sound Cues build awareness of sounds, Bjorem Better Letters™ bridges those sounds to their written forms—a key skill for reading and spelling.

✏️ Better Letters™ Educator Edition

This robust deck is made for SLPs, teachers, and literacy specialists. It features:

• 260 cards, including cue cards, uppercase alphabet cards, and lowercase alphabet cards

• Original Bjorem Speech® Sound Cues paired with graphemes (letters)

• Spelling rules and quick reference guides on the back of each card

Perfect for structured phonics instruction and literacy sessions!

🎶 Better Letters™ with The Laurie Berkner Band Card Deck

Designed for younger learners or hands-on play, this card deck features:

• 88 total cards featuring illustrations used in Laurie Berkner’s songs

• Letter sounds brought to life with kid-friendly Better Letters and example word images

• Access to corresponding songs by The Laurie Berkner Band for auditory support

Great for centers, home practice, and introducing phonics in a playful, musical way!

🆚 Quick Comparison

💡 Which One Do You Need?

• Starting speech therapy or working on early sounds? Begin with Bjorem Speech® Sound Cues.

• Bridging speech and literacy? Choose Better Letters™—Educator Edition for instruction, or the Laurie Berkner Band Card Deck for play-based and musical learners.

• Want the best of both worlds? Use Speech Sound Cues + Better Letters™ together!

At Bjorem Speech®, we believe in materials that are inclusive, research-based, and FUNctional. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or speech-language pathologist, these tools empower you to teach in ways that truly connect with kids.

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