/d/ in the final position

Practice the /d/ sound with these words:

"bread,"

"seed," and...

"red."

Practice phrases by naming things that come in red packaging, like "red raisins," (Sun Maid brand) "red soup" (think Campbell's brand) and "red cookies" (think Animal Crackers).  Or, name things that are the color red, like "red tomatoes," "red apples" and "red velvet cake."

Practice sentences by asking your child what kinds of animals eat seed.  Targets may include, "Birds eat seed," "Squirrels eat seed," and "Hamsters eat seed."

Practice conversation by asking your child how bread is made.  Targets may include, "To make bread, you need to mix ingredients.  You mix flour and yeast and water for bread.  You let it rise.  Then, you bake the bread in the oven.  I like my bread with  butter."  If this task is too complex, then ask your child to describe what breads she sees (the bread counter in the bakery has the most variety).  You may also ask her to tell you what bread she likes to eat, or ask her to tell you what animals you can feed bread to.

Touch cues are helpful for the /d/ sound.  Show your child how one's tongue taps the roof of the mouth behind the teeth.  This may require some pre-teaching at home before you go to the store.  You two can practice in front of a mirror.  You can also use your finger to tap the ridge behind her teeth (known as the alveolar ridge) where her tongue should be.