Great for quick artic, these cards target the phonological process of cluster reduction in /s/ blend words through comparing these words with their /s/-less minimal pairs (e.g., sleep/leap, spool/pool).
 
Included:
· 53 minimal pairs cards (/sk/, /sl/, /sm/, /sn/, /sp/, /st/, /sw/)
· Back of cards design (optional)
 
About the Pairs:
Research has shown that when children simplify /s/ blends, it is usually the first member of the consonant cluster (the /s/) that is omitted, (e.g., /smok/->/mok/). The exception is when the clusters contain a liquid or glide (/sl/ or /sw/). In these cases, the second member of the cluster (the /l/ or /w/) is typically omitted (e.g., /swIm/->/sIm/). The pairs included in this product primarily target deletion of the /s/ in /s/ blends. Examples of deletion of /l/ and /w/ from /s/ blends have been included as well, however.
 
Preparing the Cards:
Print the cards double-sided with back of cards design (pg. 3), if desired. Laminate and cut out on dashed lines. Store on metal binder ring for easy access and storage.