Speech Therapy on a Budget

You don’t need to break the bank to create engaging therapy materials. These budget-friendly ideas are perfect for SLPs who love to get creative while saving money.

🧻 Repurpose Household Items: Everyday items like toilet paper rolls, paper clips, and bottle caps can easily be turned into therapy tools for sorting, counting, or motor skills exercises.
🍽️ Use Paper Plates for Sorting: Paper plates are a cheap and versatile tool for sorting activities, perfect for categories like colors, shapes, or objects.
🎨 Make Your Own Flashcards: Personalized flashcards can be easily made with index cards and markers. Tailor them to each student’s specific needs, whether it’s vocabulary, phonetics, or grammar.
🧵 Sensory Toys from Old Clothes: Don’t throw away old clothes! Turn them into sensory toys by cutting them into strips or shapes for tactile play.
📄 Laminated Worksheets: Print out frequently used worksheets and laminate them, so you can reuse them with dry-erase markers.

These budget-friendly ideas will help you save money while providing your students with creative and engaging materials. DIY therapy has never been easier!