Cycles Intervention: Fronting & Backing Phonology Targets

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Enhance your therapeutic resources with the Bjorem Speech® Cycles Intervention: Backing & Fronting Phonology Targets, expertly designed by Amy Graham for speech-language pathologists dedicated to treating children with significant phonological impairments. Utilizing the established Cycles approach by Hodson & Paden (1991), this set focuses on overcoming common phonological issues such as backing and fronting, which can markedly affect speech intelligibility.

Need help with how to implement the cycles approach with this deck? Watch this quick 60 second video. 

Product Features:

• Targeted Phonology Targets: The deck includes 56 carefully selected targets that address the specific errors of backing and fronting, enabling targeted interventions that are crucial for correcting these common phonological processes.

• Phonetically Facilitated Context: Each target is chosen for its effectiveness in providing a phonetically conducive environment, which is essential for facilitating easier and more successful sound production.

• Engaging Artwork: Designed with vibrant and captivating artwork, each card is intended to hold children's attention, encouraging repeated practice and interaction during therapy sessions.

• Dual Educational Purpose: Beyond correcting phonological errors, these cards are invaluable for enhancing phonemic awareness, a foundational skill that supports reading and literacy development.

Benefits of Using This Deck:

• Efficient Speech Correction: Targets the specific phonological errors of backing and fronting, directly addressing these issues with strategic exercises that promote quicker and more effective correction.

• Evidence-Based Methodology: Built on the proven Cycles approach, known for its systematic and cyclic method to improve speech clarity and phonological patterning in children.

• Increased Engagement and Trials: The fun and engaging visuals on the cards promote a high number of practice trials, keeping therapy both productive and enjoyable for children.

• Versatile Application: Ideal for use in various settings, including clinics, schools, and home practice, providing flexibility for professionals and caregivers.

Ideal for:

• Speech-Language Pathologists seeking a robust tool to enhance their practice with phonologically challenged children.

• Educators in special education settings who support children with speech sound disorders.

• Parents and caregivers looking for effective, research-based tools to supplement professional speech therapy at home.

Great for ages 3-7 years with phonological deficits

The Bjorem Speech® Cycles Intervention: Backing & Fronting Phonology Targets is more than just a set of therapy cards; it's a strategic intervention tool designed to bring clarity and precision to the speech of children who struggle with common phonological disorders. By integrating these targeted phonology targets into your therapeutic regimen, you can significantly enhance the speech intelligibility and phonemic awareness of children, paving the way for better communication and academic success.

For more information on how to integrate this effective tool into your speech therapy sessions, visit www.grahamspeechtherapy.com. With Bjorem Speech®, turn speech challenges into opportunities for growth and development.

Curious about the work that went into this product? Check out this interview with the author in this blog post, or watch the video here: