What’s in the SLP First Year Toolkit and who is it for?+
The toolkit includes 8 of our top-rated resources: three seasonal packs of speech therapy lesson plans (fall, winter, and spring), the Cycles for Phonology Toolkit, the Mega Fluency Packet, Common Core screeners and progress monitoring tools, a Preschool Assessment and Data Binder, Goal Setting and Transition Planning Printables, plus an exclusive IEP Cheat Sheet. It’s built for SLPs in their clinical fellowship or first few years, but experienced school-based SLPs use these resources daily too.
What grade levels and settings does the toolkit cover?+
PreK through 8th grade. The resources are designed for school-based SLPs, but SLPs in private practice, early intervention, and outpatient clinics use them too. The lesson plans and screeners are flexible enough to adapt across settings and caseload sizes.
I’m a new grad with student loans. Is this worth the investment?+
That’s exactly why we priced it at 70% off. Buying these 8 resources individually would cost $164. The toolkit bundles them for $49, and you keep them forever. No subscription, no recurring fees. Most new SLPs spend more than that on their first TPT shopping spree and end up with resources they never use. This is curated, reviewed by thousands, and covers the areas where first-year SLPs feel the most unprepared.
Can’t I just find free speech therapy resources online?+
You can find scattered freebies, but you’ll spend hours searching, downloading, and figuring out what actually works. The toolkit gives you a complete, organized system for your first year: lesson plans, data collection, phonology, fluency, IEPs, and screeners. These resources have 7,000+ five-star reviews from real SLPs. The time you save in your first week will pay for the entire toolkit.
Are these resources evidence-based?+
Yes. All Speechy Musings resources are evidence-based. We include the research cited inside the resource files so you can see the specific studies referenced and how we analyze them. All of our resources are created by a team of certified speech-language pathologists.
I haven’t started my CF yet. Should I wait to buy?+
This is actually the best time. Walking into your first day with lesson plans, data sheets, and a phonology toolkit ready to go is a completely different experience than scrambling to find materials the night before. Most CFs say they wish they’d had these resources from Day 1.
How do the speech therapy lesson plans work?+
You get 36 themed lesson plans covering fall, winter, and spring with 200+ activities, crafts, and literacy connections. Each plan targets major speech and language goals and works for mixed groups. Open the PDF, print what you need, and teach. No prep required beyond printing. SLPs with caseloads of 50+ students use these to plan their entire week in under 30 minutes.
What’s the IEP Cheat Sheet and how does it help with IEP writing?+
It’s a detailed reference template that walks you through writing each section of an IEP: strengths, academic achievement, functional performance, reading levels, and goal structure. It includes guidance on interpreting test scores, writing measurable benchmarks, and framing educational impact. Only available as a bonus inside this toolkit. You won’t find it in our store or on TPT.
What if I don’t use all 8 resources?+
You probably won’t use all 8 on your first day. But SLPs tell us that by mid-year, they’ve opened every single one. A fluency case shows up unexpectedly. A phonology referral comes through. Progress monitoring is due. The toolkit is designed to be there when you need it, not all at once.
What format are the resources in? Can I use them digitally?+
Most resources are printable PDFs that you download instantly after purchase. The Cycles for Phonology Toolkit also includes a 659-page interactive digital version with clickable navigation, so you can use it on a tablet or laptop during sessions without printing anything. The lesson plans include editable PowerPoint overview pages. Save everything to Google Drive, Dropbox, or your computer. They’re yours to keep forever.
My school already provides some therapy materials. Do I still need this?+
Most school districts provide a budget, not a curriculum. You’ll still need to find, organize, and prep your own therapy materials. The toolkit gives you a ready-to-go system so you can focus on your students instead of spending weekends on TPT. The 7,000+ five-star reviews are mostly from school-based SLPs.
Can I buy the resources individually instead of the bundle?+
Yes, all 8 resources are available separately in our store for a combined total of $164. The toolkit bundles them at $49 (70% off) and includes the exclusive IEP Cheat Sheet that you can’t get anywhere else. The bundle is the best value if you need more than two of the included resources.
What’s the difference between the First Year Toolkit and the All Access Pass?+
The First Year Toolkit is a one-time purchase of 8 specific resources for $49. The All Access Pass ($225/year or $75/quarter) gives you unlimited downloads from our entire library of 300+ resources, including every articulation sound, themed language units, AAC materials, and monthly PD webinars. If you think you’ll need materials beyond the toolkit, the All Access Pass is the better deal. Download everything during your subscription and keep the files forever.
What if I’m not happy with the toolkit?+
We want you to love it. If the toolkit isn’t what you expected, email us at hello@speechymusings.com and we’ll make it right. With 7,000+ five-star reviews across these resources, we’re confident you’ll find them useful.
Can I share these with my coworkers or SLP team?+
Each purchase is licensed for a single user. If your SLP team or district wants to share, we offer multi-user and district licensing. Email hello@speechymusings.com for group pricing.
