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These 1-page readings written for 8-9th grade reading level are great ways to educate people about the lives of those who stutter. They can be used for reading comprehension activities in a general education classroom or as part of a small group or 1-on-1 speech or stuttering / fluency therapy session. The worksheets are divided into three activities: 1) vocabulary development, 2) basic comprehension of the text, and 3) discussion of themes / major ideas Easily adaptable for distance learning.

People who stutter sometimes struggle thinking they're alone or not knowing of any role models who also stutter. This reading handout briefly introduces 16 world famous athletes who also happen to stutter. It briefly describes a highlight from their career and part of their experience with their own speech difficulties. Easily adaptable for distance learning. This reading handout can be used... As an easy homework for fluency therapyAs a discussion starter for a fluency sessionIn a general educ

If you want to teach the basic anatomy of the speech system, these worksheets will help you! They cover simplified versions of the speech system (Brain, lungs, trachea, voice box, mouth/articulators) with simple, ready to print drawings. Suggested answers are included when relevant. These worksheets were created with fluency in mind, specifically to help educate clients on the background of the speech system. They can be adapted for clients of many ages. There are three worksheets included: A

Kendrick Lamar is one of the most famous and influential rappers of his time. He got started in 7th grade thanks to some inspiration from an English teacher, and has gone on to win prestigious awards including a Pulitzer and several Grammys. Kendrick also happens to have stuttered when he was a child. Easily adaptable for distance learning. This reading handout and worksheet can be used... As an easy homework for fluency therapyAs a discussion starter for a fluency sessionFor a fluency goal rel

George Springer used to "avoid speaking at all costs" until he became a baseball super star featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated Magazine. Forced to confront his stutter, George has become an advocate and champion for young people who struggle with disfluency. This lesson plan is designed for SLPs to be used with middle to high school age students who stutter in order to 1) learn about stuttering 2) reduce negative attitudes toward stuttering, and 3) help them educate others. The lesson

Ed Sheeran is a world-famous musician who doesn't only speak in public but sings for millions regularly. Teach your students about his experience as a person who stutters. This lesson plan is designed for SLPs and teachers and to be used with middle to high school age students who stutter in order to 1) learn about stuttering 2) reduce negative attitudes toward stuttering, and 3) help them educate others. Read more about this lesson plan and the evidence base behind it in this article at Thin

George Springer used to "avoid speaking at all costs" until he became a baseball super star featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated Magazine. Forced to confront his stutter, George has become an advocate and champion for young people who struggle with disfluency. Easily adaptable for distance learning. This reading activity can be used by SLP's & teachers for... Fluency goals on learning about stutteringFluency goals on reducing negative attitudes towards stutteringFluency goals on helpin

“Stuttering is painful,” James Earl Jones said of his childhood struggle. Jones has certainly not let the pain of stuttering overwhelm nor hold him back from one of the most celebrated careers in Hollywood including providing the voice from Darth Vader and Mufasa. This short reading is an easy way to introduce people who stutter while providing openings for many great conversations. Learn more here about the value of discussing famous people who stutter.Easily adaptable for distance learning,

"Don’t let it define you.” That is the advice Joe Biden gave to a 13-year boy he met on the campaign trail about something they have in common: stuttering. Biden has certainly not let his stutter define him. Instead, Biden is defined by his long career politics, his historic election as the 46th President of the United States, and by how he faces the challenges set before him. Learn more here about the value of discussing famous people who stutter. Easily adaptable for distance learning. This

Albert Frederick Arthur George was a King of the United Kingdom and a person who stuttered. His story inspired millions when it was told during the movie The King's Speech. This reading can be used with a person who stutters or with a general population to raise awareness about stuttering and people who stutter. Easily adaptable for distance learning. This reading handout and worksheet can be used... As an easy homework for fluency therapyAs a discussion starter for a fluency sessionFor a flue

Ed Sheeran has sold over 150 million albums. Before all of the success and fame, he was a child growing up in England and learning to deal with a stutter. His advice for young people who stutter and his example are worth examining. Easily adaptable for distance learning. This reading handout and worksheet can be used... As an easy homework for fluency therapyAs a discussion starter for a fluency sessionFor a fluency goal related to general learning about the conditionIn a general education clas

Emily Blunt is a talented actress known for movies like Mary Poppins Returns, A Quiet Place, and The Devil Wear's Prada. She is also a person who stutters who used her talent for acting and accents to gain the confidence to speak and overcome her stutter. Easily adaptable for distance learning. This reading handout and worksheet can be used... As an easy homework for fluency therapyAs a discussion starter for a fluency sessionFor a fluency goal related to general learning about the condition

Sophia Gustafson is Swedish professional golfer and person who stutters. In this 1-page handout, you can learn about Sophia’s journey with fear and how it impacted her success in golf. She was a member of the U.S.-based LPGA Tour and is a life member of the Ladies European Tour. Learn more here about the value of  discussing famous people who stutter.Easily adaptable for distance learning, homework, or asynchronous work. This reading handout and worksheet can be used… As an easy homework for flu