HB Auditory Memory vs Score 4 Articulation

HearBuilder is available for all users—families, educators, therapists, schools, and districts. Anyone witha HearBuilder subscription can access the full program. Join Recall Agents Kim and Joey as they race to save MemoryTown from the mischievous Dr. Forgetsit. Students strengthen auditory memory, closure, and comprehension skills through engaging missions that make learning feel like an adventure. Each multi‑level task in HearBuilder Auditory Memory sends students on a new challenge to outsmart Dr. Forgetsit. The humorous storylines and interactive activities keep learners motivated while they build essential skills for recalling verbal information. Program Features HearBuilder Auditory Memory teaches key strategies for remembering important information and includes five essential listening activities: • Memory for Numbers (3–7 digits) • Memory for Words (3–5 words organized by syllable) • Memory for Details (1–4 details) • Auditory Closure (Sentence Completion) • Memory for WH Information (2–3 sentences / 2–4 questions) HearBuilder Online (my.hearbuilder.com) • Access all four HearBuilder programs: Following Directions, Phonological Awareness, Auditory Memory, and Sequencing • Monitor progress and track student performance • Individualize each student’s settings and difficulty levels • Add adjustable background noise to increase challenge • Customize and print detailed reports

Turn speech practice into a fun, engaging game! Created by a speech-language pathologist, Score 4 Articulation is the ultimate articulation app designed to make speech practice enjoyable and effective. This innovative app combines game-based learning with targeted speech sound practice to help children improve their articulation skills. Whether you're a speech-language pathologist seeking an effective therapy tool or a parent looking for a fun way for your child to practice speech sounds at home, Score 4 Articulation is the perfect solution. KEY FEATURES: Engaging Gameplay: Enjoy the classic challenge of connecting four in a row, now with a twist! Each turn begins with practicing a speech sound, making articulation practice an integral part of the game. Speech Mastery Through Play: During each turn, players can tap the word on the game piece to hear a pronunciation model before practicing it aloud. A visual counter tracks each repetition, encouraging the player to practice the word more frequently. This interactive approach motivates extensive practice, effectively refining the student's articulation skills. Targeted Sound Practice: Choose from a variety of game boards, each focusing on different sounds, including R (initial, vocalic, blends), S (initial, blends, final), L (initial, medial, blends), SH (initial, medial + final), CH (initial, final), J (initial, medial + final), and TH (voiceless). Target words have been meticulously selected by a speech-language pathologist, and a clear pronunciation model can be heard aloud by tapping on the image. Multiple Modes and Levels: Challenge the computer in single-player mode or play against a friend, SLP, or parent in two-player mode. Select from easy to difficult levels to suit the student’s skill level. If two students are practicing together in a group speech therapy session, they can each select a different target sound and play the game together, making group sessions more interactive and effective. Rewards and Motivation: Achieve four in a row to win and celebrate by coloring in three stars! Additionally, the visual counter rewards every 10 repetitions with stars or diamonds, motivating children to practice more and track their progress. These fun visual rewards encourage continued play and learning. Research-Based Effectiveness: Research suggests that massed practice, with many repetitions in a short period, enhances speech sound acquisition and motor learning (Maas et al., 2008; Bislick et al., 2012). This game leverages this principle to help children improve their speech more effectively. With Score 4 Articulation, speech practice is no longer a chore—it’s a game! Help your child or students master their speech sounds while having fun. Download now and start practicing!