Minimal Pairs: Initial TH vs S & S-Blends | SLP Articulation
by Communication Station & Dorky Doodles © 2026
Price: $4 USD
Subjects: speech,articulation,phonology
Grades: 1,2,3,4,5
Description
Help students strengthen initial /TH/ and /S/ production and improve generalization with this engaging minimal pairs articulation deck. Students practice contrasting initial /TH/ words with similar words containing initial /S/ and /S/ blends. Repeated exposure to these commonly confused word pairs helps improve sound awareness, auditory discrimination, and accurate speech production. This deck includes 54 minimal pair word combinations organized into three sections: • Initial /TH/ vs /S/ • Initial /TH/ vs /S/ Blends • Mixed Review Students practice target words multiple times while comparing similar sound patterns and strengthening carryover into connected speech. This resource is ideal for speech-language pathologists, speech therapy assistants, special education teachers, and families supporting articulation practice at home. Rebecca at The Communication Station is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over 18 years of experience helping children and adolescents to communicate effectively. Read more about Rebecca's qualifications and services at www.stgeorgespeech.com Melissa at Dorky Doodles has over 20 years of experience in graphic art and design. Her cute and cohesive characters will engage children of all ages. See more of her work at www.dorkydoodles.com
Acknowledgements
Clipart by Dorky Doodles, fonts: Munster, Magical Writing