creekmom Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 I've been reading an excellent book about improving children's reading fluency ( The fluent reader : oral & silent reading strategies for building fluency, word recognition & comprehension). In the book, he talks about a successful technique called the whisper phone. Some teachers make them using pvc pipe, but I found this website that sells hands free ones (http://www.whisperphone.com/). The student reads into the phone, and the words go directly back to his ear. If you're interested in learning more, the website has a lot of information. Anyway, I'm considering buying one and wondered if any of you have already tried it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsquirrel Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 I think they can be a big help. You can also use one of those stretchy tubes that bend. My kids call them "Pop pop tubes" They are super cheap and work just as well as a whisper phone. My son's speech therapist used them for that purpose. Like this: http://funandfunction.com/pop-tubes-p-1699.html I have seen them at the dollar store with the party supplies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urban mama Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 you can also make your own using pvc pipe with a short straight piece and two little 90-degree elbows. that's what we used :) super cheap !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homeschooling6 Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 I purchased a Toobaloo but haven't had the boys use it yet. I like the one you found though because the child does not have to hold the phone. Neat :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creekmom Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 I purchased a Toobaloo but haven't had the boys use it yet. I like the one you found though because the child does not have to hold the phone. Neat :) Yes - the hands free option would be ideal. I found the same whisper phone on Amazon for a few dollars cheaper (including shipping) if anyone is interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SewLittleTime Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 you can also make your own using pvc pipe with a short straight piece and two little 90-degree elbows. that's what we used :) super cheap !! I was going to say the same thing.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homeschooling6 Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Yes - the hands free option would be ideal. I found the same whisper phone on Amazon for a few dollars cheaper (including shipping) if anyone is interested. Thanks, I'll have to look for it later. I think it will work better than the one I have and we'll actually use it ;). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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