L and TH Sound Adventures

Julia·

Speech Sounds

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At a Glance

Grade LevelKindergarten

SubjectSpeech Sounds

Original Prompt

Create a visually engaging 30-minute speech therapy activity for a K–2 student working on articulation of /l/ and /th/ (voiced and voiceless). Include: Word lists at initial, medial, and final positions for both sounds 10 sentence-level practice items per sound A mixed /l/ and /th/ game format (board game or color-by-code activity) Simple visuals or icons described for each word A data collection box at the bottom Make it culturally inclusive and appropriate for elementary students.

This teacher guide provides a comprehensive overview for a session dedicated to practicing the /l/ and /th/ speech sounds through engaging activities. Materials required include handheld mirrors, detective badge stickers, visual cue cards, and sound hunting checklists. The session is structured in a 30-minute format, starting with a warm-up activity that utilizes mirrors for students to explore tongue placement. Students then go on a 'Sound Detective Mission' to practice the target sounds in a fun, interactive manner. The guide includes detailed instructions on how to produce the sounds correctly, practice words, sentences, and engaging games like 'Sound Safari Adventure' to reinforce learning. There are also data collection templates for tracking student progress.