# The Key to R

> The Key to R (iPhone/iPad app by Sara Smith.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-key-to-r/id1229496267 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sara Smith](https://appshunter.io/developer/1059099085)
- Category: Education
- Price: $1.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.1 · 53 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2017-04-29
- Data updated: 2026-05-19
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-key-to-r/id1229496267/reviews.md

## What is The Key to R?

Need a clear, step-by-step process for teaching your kids how to produce the R sound?  If so, then The Key to R app is a must!  This program is much more than a set of flashcards or list of R words.  The Key to R learning sequence focuses on teaching the specific mouth movements required to produce the R sound.  Careful thought has been given to every aspect of The Key to R program, which has been developed by a certified speech-language pathologist.  The app has been created with effective speech therapy methods and includes useful data collection for keeping track of progress.  The Key to R app is designed to teach students to produce the R sound in an easy to follow format with successful therapy methods.  If your student is not able to produce the R sound, then this is the app for you!

"You can find R flashcards anywhere, but it is so hard to find a program that actually teaches HOW to produce the /r/ sound.  This app is it!  So, excited to use this in my speech sessions!"
-LizbethSLP

"This program has changed the way I address R as a speech therapist.  I use to feel lost when working with students on the R sound.  Now, I have a clear effective method with this app. Parents love it too, because we are making such great progress.  Icing on the cake is that it is beautifully illustrated!"
-Elemspeech


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0 — 2024-04-27

Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.2 — 2022-01-12

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.1 — 2017-04-28

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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