# SAILS > Interactive speech sound perception training for children. (iPhone/iPad app by Susan Rvachew.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sails/id1207583276 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Susan Rvachew](https://appshunter.io/developer/1196330609) - Category: Education - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 89 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2017-06-22 - Data updated: 2026-06-01 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sails/id1207583276/reviews.md ## What is SAILS? The Speech Assessment and Interactive Learning System (SAILS) is an app-based tool for presenting children with recordings of other children's speech. The recordings represent children's efforts to perceive difficult sounds, some articulated correctly, some misarticulated. The child's task is to determine if each auditory stimulus is a correctly articulated variant of the target word. Four published studies have shown that a child's rate of progress in speech therapy will be double the usual rate if the program is included as part of a typical speech therapy program. SAILS is available in North-American English (8 speech sounds can be tested and trained across 21 modules) and Australian English (5 speech sounds can be tested and trained across 10 modules). You can try SAILS with the CAT module that is free in each language. One module (GRIS) is available for free in French. Project initiated and directed by Susan Rvachew Software development by Alexandre Herbay Australian speech sounds development by Stephanie Hearnshaw More information at www.dialspeech.com ## Key features - Auditory discrimination of speech sounds - Interactive learning modules - Research-backed progress acceleration - Multiple language dialects - Free introductory module ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | NAE - Sound K - Word CAT | Free | one-time | | NAE - Sound L - Word LAKE | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound R - Word RAT | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound R - Word ROPE | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound R - Word DOOR | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound S - Word SOAP | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound S - Word SUE | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound S - Word BUS | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound K - Word COAT | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound SH - Word SHOE | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound CH - Word CHIN | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound L - Word LAMB | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound K - Word BOOK | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound TH - Word THUMB | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound L - Word NAIL | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound CH - Word CHAIN | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound SH - Word SHEET | $1.99 | one-time | | NAE - Sound TH - Word THIN | $1.99 | one-time | | Français(Qc)- Son R - Mot GRIS | Free | one-time | | NAE - Sound F - Word FAT | $1.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (3 of 3) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sails/id1207583276/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Excellent addition to therapy sessions *2023-01-11* This app perfectly fills a need in my sessions for increased perceptual training with little extra preparation needed. I am looking forward to more modules being added for Australian English. It would be great if there was an option for purchasing all modules at once for a bit of a discount, too! ### 3/5 — Allow feedback before going to next item *2022-02-16* It would be great if a child could submit their response and see the feedback before tapping the “next trial” button. Also, the website dialspeech.com is not accessible. It says “You don’t have authorization to view this page.” ### 1/5 — App does not work *2019-08-23* The app freezes when you select a patient ## Frequently asked questions about SAILS ### How does SAILS help children with speech? SAILS presents children with recordings of speech sounds, some correct and some misarticulated. The child's task is to determine if the sound is articulated correctly, helping to improve their auditory discrimination and perception of difficult sounds. ### What is the learning methodology of SAILS? SAILS utilizes an interactive learning system where children actively listen and make judgments about speech sounds. This method is designed to accelerate progress in speech therapy, with studies showing double the usual rate of improvement when integrated into a therapy program. ### How does SAILS track progress? While specific progress tracking features are not detailed, the app's design focuses on presenting auditory stimuli for children to identify. The implied progress is measured by the child's increasing accuracy in distinguishing correct from incorrect speech sound articulations. ### Can I try SAILS for free? Yes, SAILS offers a free introductory module called the CAT module in both North-American and Australian English. Additionally, one module (GRIS) is available for free in French, allowing users to experience the app's functionality. ### What languages and dialects does SAILS support? SAILS is available in North-American English, offering 8 speech sounds across 21 modules, and Australian English, with 5 speech sounds across 10 modules. It also offers a module in French. ### Is SAILS suitable for young children? SAILS has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children. The app presents recordings of other children's speech, which can be more engaging and relatable for this age group. ### How often is SAILS updated? The latest version of SAILS is 1.4.0, which was last updated on March 24, 2021. This indicates updates are not very frequent, with the last known update being over three years ago. ### What devices can I use SAILS on? SAILS is currently supported on iPads. The app is designed for tablet use, leveraging the larger screen for interactive elements. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.4.0 — 2021-03-24 This new version fixes some bugs that appeared with iOS 14. It also adds 13 new modules in North-American English. For the first time, SAILS has now an integrated Australian version, using normed speech sounds across 10 modules in Australian English. Results display has been improved and results can now be exported in a CSV file. ### 1.2.1 — 2018-06-01 This version adds the new modules ROPE, as well as modules SUE, SOAP and BUS to complete the sound S assessment and treatment, in addition to updating some core technologies for new versions of iOS. ### 1.2 — 2018-02-10 This new version mainly introduces the new modules DOOR and ROPE to complete the sound R assessment and treatment. ### 1.1 — 2017-08-28 In this version, the module RAT is available to test and train the sound /r/ in an initial position. ### 1.0 — 2017-06-22 No release notes. ## Apps similar to SAILS | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Sprig Library](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sprig-library/id1374332355) | — | Free | Education | | [Twinkl Symbols AAC System](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/twinkl-symbols-aac-system/id1543188023) | 4.7 (308) | Free | Education | | [Verbal Me Sampler](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verbal-me-sampler/id504978876) | 4.4 (10) | Free | Education | | [TD Snap®](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/td-snap/id1072799231) | 4.2 (747) | Free | Education | | [Category Therapy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/category-therapy/id571551926) | 4.8 (467) | $29.99 | Education | | [BEADS - Teaching Sight Words](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beads-teaching-sight-words/id1576088357) | — | Free | Education | ## More apps by Susan Rvachew - [Phophlo](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phophlo/id1196330610) All apps by Susan Rvachew: https://appshunter.io/developer/1196330609 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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