SpeakToMe Created by Sendsorta
Guide

Speech practice at home for non-verbal children.

Home practice works better when it is short, clear, and repeatable. Families usually do not need a perfect therapy-style setup. They need a routine they can actually run again tomorrow.

Written by Sendsorta, the team behind SpeakToMe.

What usually makes home speech practice easier

  • Keep sessions short enough that the child can finish successfully.
  • Use one clear prompt at a time instead of stacking instructions.
  • Give immediate feedback so the child knows what just happened.
  • Repeat the same loop often enough that it becomes familiar.
  • End with a predictable reward or preferred activity.

A simple routine families can repeat

  1. Choose one short prompt or picture.
  2. Ask for one sound or spoken attempt.
  3. Pause long enough for the child to respond.
  4. Reward the attempt or success quickly and clearly.
  5. Stop while the routine still feels manageable.

Where SpeakToMe fits

SpeakToMe is designed for supervised home speech practice. It keeps the loop simple: one prompt, one spoken attempt, one clear outcome. That makes it easier for families to repeat sessions without rebuilding the routine every time.

It is not a replacement for speech and language therapy, but it can give families a practical structure between appointments or while they are still waiting for support.