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Welcome to the 'S' page! A "lisp," otherwise known as a distorted 's,' is an extremely common speech error. When a child has a lisp, it means that they are producing both the 'S' and 'Z' sounds using incorrect tongue placement. There are different kinds of lisps. See the links below for more information.
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209_What is a Lisp.pdf209_Spanish.pdfTongue Thrust Information
Tongue Thrust Information
Click HERE for document explains the term "tongue thrust" and it's relationship to speech needs in the school setting.
Missing Front Teeth?
Missing Front Teeth?
A common myth about the 'S' sound is that losing your front teeth will cause you to have a lisp. While having front teeth are helpful for airflow, a child can still learn the correct tongue position for 'S' even when their front teeth are missing. Please see the following link for more information:
Click HERE for a video of a child saying the "S" sound without front teeth.
Recommended Youtube Videos
Recommended Youtube Videos
I recommend the following videos as tutorials to watch if your child needs reminders about how to make their sounds at home:
Peachy Speechy "S" Sound Peachy Speechy S-Blends
S and Z Speech and Language Kids
"S" Word Lists for Home Practice
"S" Word Lists for Home Practice
"Z" Word Lists for Home Practice
"Z" Word Lists for Home Practice
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