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L Word List Speech Therapy Materials

If your child is having trouble saying the sound L, you have come to the right place! 

If you are a speech therapist and need some L speech therapy materials, hopefully, our L word list and other materials can help you!

Below you will find lots of free materials!

• First, there is a FREE worksheet (for non-members) and link (for members) to access new articulation materials.
• Second, there is a word list for  quick viewing .
• Next, you can sign up for a FREE newsletter and receive  A LL THE WORD LISTS in one Folder in your Google Drive.
• After that, check out a brief explanation on how to say the target sound.
• Last, there are ideas for  articulation practice  that do not require flashcards or word lists. This is the most functional option and appropriate for children working on generalization.

Enjoy the FREE materials!!!

L Worksheets and More!

We have articulation worksheets for teaching, drill practice, generalization, and language-based articulation games! 

• If you are a member, log in, download materials, and you are ready to roll here. 
• If you want to join,  sign up here. 

To access the free smashmat, just fill out the form below!

21 free smashmats.

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L Word List

Google drive word list.

Sign up with your email address to receive all the word lists instantly! They will be yours now and forever!

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Google Drive. I can access my word lists from any device; laptop, desktop, or phone.

If you want a copy, fill out the form above. I put all the word lists in one folder.  Once you receive your email with the materials, make a copy of the files and they are yours to use and tweak as needed.

• If you need help saving the word lists to your Google Drive, click here:  Save Google Document
• If you LOVE Google Drive as much as I do, check out our  Speech Therapy Documentation Page. 

Complete L Articulation Packet

This is MY FAVORITE NEW RESOURCE! I HONESTLY use it all the time for each articulation session and handouts for home practice.

The words chosen for speech therapy can make all the difference between a good therapy program and a great one! For the generalization phase, it is crucial to use high-frequency words!! It only makes sense to use words that the client will actually say outside of the therapy room. Right?!

For only $5, you will receive  35 pages  of materials including:

• Flashcards that can be used as Cariboo Cards too, yeah!
• Flashcard free games that can be used as home practice
• Dot sheets, smash-mats, and/or coloring pages
• Articulation warm-up sheets which can be used as a goal review sheet
• Flashcards which contain word, phrase, and sentence level practice
• Cut/paste sentence level worksheets
• Self-assessment sheets
• Parent handouts

Check it out here

How To Say L

Put the tip of the tongue behind the teeth while saying "L." Make sure the lips are neutral (not rounded).

Articulation Games for L

The “L” sound is a later developing sound, usually mastered by age 4 years of age.

Take turns with your child saying the desired words. It is important to practice  hearing  and  saying  the words.

• Luck - Say “good luck” before shooting a basketball 
• Lady - Dress up like a lady and say “a lady wears...”
• Little - Sort coins into little and big, saying “little”
• Laugh - Tell someone to laugh by saying “laugh”
• Hello - Say “hello” to neighbors on the street
• Pillow - Have a pillow fight. Say “pillow” before taking a turn
• Police - Count dollar bills saying “one dollar,” “two dollars...”
• Full - Fill measuring cups and say “full” to stop the water
• Whale - Draw whales in an ocean and say “whale” when done
• Pencil - Ask for a “pencil” during a game of tic-tac-toe

The games listed above are for children who can already say “L” but need practice at the word and sentence level.

Membership Site

If you are a parent and your child

• has trouble saying multiple sounds 
• needs to work on vocabulary development
• needs to improve grammar skills
• needs to practice following directions
• needs to work on narrative language
• needs to work on social skills

AND you want

• a step-by-step guide on how to help your child 
• ideas on how to improve all language skills at home
• functional games

Then, our  member's site  might be just what you need. Click  here  to read more about it.

If you are a professional and you want: 

• Articulation Screening Tools
• Data tracking sheets
• Templates in Google Drive for easy data tracking and graphing
• Homework sheets/parent handouts on articulation therapy
• General flashcard games
• 36 flashcards for each sound: B, D, F, G, J, K, L, M, N, P, R, S, T, V, Z, SH, TH, CH
• 8-10 functional games for each sound
• Language-based worksheets to spice things up!
• Picture description tasks
• Short story stimuli

Our  membership might be just what you need.

About the Author

Bridget giraldo, ms  ccc-slp .

Hi, I’m Bridget! I’m a speech-language pathologist from Illinois, USA. I’ve worked with children and adults of all ages in schools, preschools, hospitals, rehab facilities, and now in my own private practice. My expertise is my ability to create effective, research-based materials and speech therapy techniques that streamline and simplify our professional lives!  I graduated from University of Wisconsin, Madison with my masters degree in Communication Disorders. 

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Enjoy all of of free l target sound speech therapy materials, if you're looking for additional virtual resources to target l words, phrases, sentences, sentence level and more, click below, l word list.

Virtual L Word Flashcards

1 syllable initial l word list, 1 syllable final l word list, 2 syllable initial l word list, 2 syllable medial l word list, 2 syllable final l word list, 3 syllable initial l word list.

launching pad

life jacket

light-footed

light meter

loudspeaker

low pressure

living room

3 Syllable Medial L Word List

acknowledge

candlelight

Yellowstone

jelly beans

marshmallow

millionaire

New Zealand

3 Syllable Final L Word List

ferris wheel

swimming pool

tether ball

rock-n-roll

4 Syllable Initial L Word List

legislation

Liberty Bell

logarithmic

Los Angeles

4 Syllable Medial L Word List

caterpillar

relationship

ridiculously 

semi-trailer

spectacular

yellow jackets

watercolors

electrician

intelligence

jack-o-lantern

4 Syllable Final L Word List

5 syllable medial l word list.

acceleration

accidentally

articulation

electricity

involuntary

nationalism

possibility

unbelievable

universally

Multiple-Ls in the Word

L blend word list.

battlefield

cauliflower

glamorously

first class

declaration

If you're looking for flashcards you can filter by sound position, blends, word structure, syllables and more, click below! You can also print them out after you have filtered them!

L filterable flashcards with pictures.

Virtual L Phrase Flashcards

Initial l phrases.

shoes with laces

time we lack

young lad with a hat

I laid on grass

the lake is calm

baby lamb is cute

that is a lame excuse

lamp and lights in room

the land of trees

it’s a lane for bikes

another around track

it is large and fluffy

a small lash of wind

please latch the gate

I am late for school

laugh out loud

it is the law of nature

my lawn is green

a leach in the water

She lead the way

leaf on ground

a league of friends

another leak in roof

do not lean on wall

leap into pool

i love to learn new things

should we lease the car

always leash your dog

it is my least favorite food

please leave the room

the leaves are falling

I led the team

scary ledge of the cliff

Lee likes cookies

another leech in water

I left the party

wooden leg of table

please lend me pencils

length of rope

new lens for camera

a lot less than before

please let it go

tons of lice in hair

glass lid on pot

lie down here

i think life is good

do not lift the box

light the candle

hungry like a lion

slices of lime in drink

limp down street

please line up neatly

link the dots

tons of lint on shirt

i have a lisp when speaking

list your toys

she lit the fire

I live in peace

Lloyd is funny

an old loaf of bread

please loan me money

loath to help

will you lob the ball

make sure to love your friends

always lock the door

the loft is empty

log by fire

long and strong

look at clouds

the looming shadows

a loon on lake

loop the rope

loose your grip

i had lots of fun

do not lose the game

i heard a loud sound

let’s lounge in sun

I love the beach

go low and slow

i think luck is real

Luke is kind

small lump of clay

hot lunch is ready

small lung capacity

lure the fish

it lurks in shadows

Lynn is happy

a small lynx in forest

labor in field

lactose in milk

wooden ladder to climb

the old lady in red

the lagoon is blue

landing the plane

the landscape is nice

it is the language of love

old lantern lights path

he is larger than life

Larry is strong

she was livid with anger

a lizard on rock

Lizzie likes dogs

the llama is funny

I am loafer by nature

we should lobby for change

the lobster is tasty

will you locate the treasure

a locker for books

the logbook for sailing

logic is clear

i think London is big

long johns are warm

the long jump event

She is looking for clues

I am loopy with joy

loser in game

new lotion for skin

a lotto ticket won

he is louder than before

lousy weather today

she is a lover of nature

the lowest score wins

lucid in thought

i have alucky charm here

lumpy mashed potatoes

lunar eclipse soon

a lyric of song

the laborious task ahead

laceration is serious

laminated papers shine

the new lavatory is clean

legality of rules

legislation for change

i have legitimate concerns

the old Liberty Bell rings

limitation in plans

she said literacy is key

he thought literature is fun

locality of events

the blue locomotive is fast

some logarithmic math is hard

longevity is important

Los Angeles shines

old luxurious hotels await

the latest news today

please lather on soap

Latin class today

laughing with friends

her laundry is done

Laura loves books

volcano lava is hot

the best lawman in town

a new lawsuit is filed

his lawyer gives advice

laying the bricks

layup in basketball

the leader of group

she is leading the way

a tasty leafy green salad

Leah is smiling

I am leaning on wall

play leapfrog in park

it is a leap year soon

learned from mistakes

always learning is fun

leasing the apartment

fake leather is soft

lecture on history

left-hand side

the legend of heroes

a huge legion of fans

leisure time fun

some lemon in tea

Lena loves music

Leo is playful

her lesson for today

it was letdown for kids

green lettuce in salad

Levis are cool

Lewis loves science

a license to drive

the lifeboat in water

a new lifeguard on duty

lifter of weights

please lighten your load

wooden lighthouse on coast

lighting the room

likeness to brother

likewise to you

I am limber and strong

Lincoln was wise

a huge lineup for parade

new lingo of friends

baby lion in zoo

no litter on ground

livestock on farm

Lassie saves day

sometimes later is better

hatching larva in water

Medial L Phrases

alan is friend

alarm rang loudly

alex plays soccer

alice loves reading

we look alike

flowers are alive

cat ran away

allied in friendship

alloy is metal

he is an ally

she is alone

come along now

read aloud please

balance on foot

loves ballet class

i believe magic

belly feels full

want to belong

played billiards together

billion stars shine

billy is friend

brilliant idea today

broiler cooks fast

don’t be bully

caller needs help

ceiling is high

food in cellar

i relate that

release balloon gently

felt relief today

can relieve you

relish my snacks

can rely me

use ruler now

cello sounds beautiful

love spicy chili

drank cola today

tower will collapse

i like collect

wants to college

cars will collide

colon is punctuation

favorite color blue

column holds up

cooler keeps drinks

baby is crawling

read daily books

dallas is city

play in daylight

dealer sells cards

delight today

dilute juice please

have one dollar

dolly is toy

drilling holes now

elect a leader

she is elite

eyelash fell down

leaves have fallen

fallout was serious

felix is cat

he is fellow

sally sings well

salute the flag

scholar loves learning

seldom eat sweets

seller gave deals

made a salad

will follow you

freelances her work

horse can gallop

toys galore here

angel has halo

healer helps others

say hello everyone

highly recommend it

tree is hollow

holly is plant

visited an island

feels jealous today

made jello dessert

love peanut butter

july is hot

kelly is friend

mailer delivered letters

love watermelon melon

check car mileage

miller makes flour

molly is happy

olive is tasty

boxes on pallet

family loves games

enjoy fellowship here

finale was exciting

need the formula

peeling fruit now

pellet is small

pillar holds strong

pilot flies planes

polar bears white

police keep order

be polite everyone

pollen makes sneeze

don’t pollute rivers

played polo today

he pulling wagon

rally our friends

had shellfish dinner

silence in room

made silly face

cooked eggs today

skyline looks beautiful

learned solar energy

enjoy reading books

ice is solid

sang a solo

he is speller

stealer took it

the bike is stolen

pushed the stroller

wore stylish clothes

swallow flew high

an old tailor fits clothes

has drawing talent

is taller now

please tally the scores

a teller counts money

toilet needs cleaning

trailer is parked

tulip blooms bright

answer is valid

valley is green

value is high

live in village

turn volume up

wallace is favorite

walloped the ball

is willing now

they are yelling

had a relapse

is absolute truth

acknowledge my presence

alamo is historic

alaska is cold

allergic to peanuts

has an allergy

get an allowance

say aloha greeting

ambulance arrived quickly

analyze the puzzle

apollo is god

avalanche came fast

is balancing well

gave belated gift

had bologna sandwich

broccoli is vegetable

buffalo roam plains

read bulletin news

calendar shows days

count calories food

room is candlelit

cantaloupe is sweet

catalog lists toys

celebrate with cake

like celery sticks

let air circulate

civilize our talk

wallaby hops around

yellowstone hot springs

collarbone is important

coin collection special

is a collector

colony is growing

painting is colorful

controller works well

counselor helps students

dandelion is yellow

delaware is state

flower is delicate

deliver the package

develop new ideas

dialect is unique

dialogue was funny

disneyland theme park

can solve puzzles

car is electric

water is element

elephant is big

will elevate topic

there eleven players

involves new ideas

Final L Phrases

all together

bail the water

big red ball

ring the bell

pay the bill

boil the water

deep soup bowl

read in braille

broil the fish

give a call

burning coal

twist the coil

slowly crawl

make a deal

dial the number

add dill weed

play with doll

practice the drill

long slim eel

try not to fail

leaves begin to fall

he fell down

file the papers

fill the cup

full of fun

score the goal

falling hail

long school hall

heal the hurt

climb the hill

back of heel

eat fresh kale

spend time in jail

small island isle

ring the knell

friendly Kyle

send the mail

big shopping mall

delicious meal

grind at the mill

hammer the nail

pour some oil

watch the owl

fill the pail

peel the fruit

stack the pile

take a pill

swim in the pool

tall wooden pole

pull the rope

train on the rail

keep it real

cast the reel

take the role

roll the ball

set the sail

weigh the scale

go to school

catch a seal

sell the shells

find the skill

draw a skull

smell the flowers

make a smile

slow moving snail

dig in the soil

learn to spell

wrap the spool

sprawl on grass

squeal with joy

fancy style

fluffy tail

tell a tale

pretty teal

tell a story

colorful tile

pay the toll

use the tool

paint the wall

drink from well

big blue whale

turn the wheel

eat the whole

study the module

boost the morale

build muscle

talk in a nutshell

eat oatmeal

check the payroll

use a pencil

braid a pigtail

play pinball

spin a pinwheel

measure rainfall

watch a reptile

reveal the surprise

make a snowball

catch a tadpole

wrap in tinfoil

pick a toadstool

trim a toenail

dry with towel

meet at town hall

unroll the paper

find the vowel

surprise windfall

turn the windmill

Abigail’s birthday

fly an airplane

plan an annual

shoot basketball

face betrayal

see the burial

jump like a cannonball

make a casserole

dress casual

visit the cathedral

accept denial

share factual stories

read a fairy tale

ride the ferris wheel

clip a fingernail

watch gradual change

find the ideal

meet juvenile friends

use the manual

keep things mutual

drizzle olive oil

wear an overall

overrule the decision

see a newel

perform a ritual

play rock-n-roll

read a serial

drive a snowmobile

kick a soccerball

check the sundial

play tether ball

seem unreal

do the usual

have versatile skills

explore virtual worlds

make a visual

try something unusual

watch a tutorial

enjoy perpetual motion

ring the Liberty Bell

April showers

play baseball

visit Brazil

sail a canal

yell for help

cancel the trip

open the capsule

conceal the gift

ring the cowbell

cruel to animals

hit the cue ball

fill the cupful

pay attention to detail

sad downfall

have a duel

break an eggshell

enroll in class

exhale slowly

expel the air

find the eyeball

female athlete

kick a football

handle fragile things

fill the fuel

play handball

shine a jewel

look in keyhole

delicious meatball

L Sentences

Virtual l sentence flashcards, initial l sentences.

There is a lack of cookies in the jar.

The lad loves to play soccer with friends.

He laid his backpack on the grassy ground.

We saw a big fish in the lake.

The little lamb followed its mother closely.

His excuse for being late was quite lame.

The lamp lights up the dark room nicely.

They want to land safely at the airport.

We walked down the quiet lane after school.

The cat jumped into my lap for warmth.

They spotted a large bear in the woods.

The horse flicked its long lash at flies.

Make sure to latch the gate tightly when closed.

She arrived late to the birthday party yesterday.

Everyone began to laugh at the funny joke.

The new law helps protect endangered animals, thankfully.

The kids played soccer on the green lawn.

Pollution can leach into the soil over time.

He will lead the team to victory today.

The leaf fell gently from the tall tree.

Our soccer team is part of a local league.

There was a leak in the water pipe.

The athlete needs to lean on his coach’s advice.

The frog made a big leap into the pond.

We can learn new things every single day.

They signed a lease for their new apartment.

Please put the dog on a leash outside.

That is the least expensive option in the store.

I will leave the party early to study.

The leaves turned yellow and red in autumn.

He led the group on a fun hike.

She stood on the ledge to take a picture.

Lee found a leech stuck to his leg.

I left my lunch bag on the kitchen counter.

The length of the rope is ten feet long.

He looked through the lens of his camera.

There is less time to finish this homework.

Let me know if you want to play later.

The lice were found in her long, dark hair.

The lid to the box was stuck tightly.

I will lie down for a nap after school.

Life in the city can be very exciting.

We can lift the box together if needed.

Please turn on the light when it’s dark.

I like to eat lime-flavored candy very much.

The puppy has a slight limp from his injury.

She drew a straight line on the paper.

We need to link our ideas together carefully.

There was lint on his shirt from the dryer.

He kissed her on the lip before leaving.

She spoke with a slight lisp when nervous.

I made a list of my favorite books.

The candle was lit during the birthday party.

We love to live near the beach.

Lloyd baked a loaf of bread this morning.

He took out a loan to buy a car.

She was loath to leave her friends behind.

He will lob the ball over the net.

I love to play games with my family.

Make sure to lock the door when leaving.

We will loft the ball to score points.

The log rolled down the hill very quickly.

He loffed off his extra branches in the yard.

We took a long look at the stars.

The shadows seem to loom in the dark.

A loon floated peacefully on the lake.

We saw a loop in the roller coaster.

The knot was tied too loose and fell.

There were a lot of people at the park.

If you lose your phone, check the couch.

They went to a lot of fun events.

She spoke very loud during the assembly.

They love to lounge around on weekends together.

The children love to play with their toys.

He felt low after losing the game today.

With luck, we will win the contest soon.

Luke found a lump in his throat while singing.

They had a delicious lunch at the café.

My lung doctor said to exercise regularly.

The fish will lure the birds closer to shore.

The cat likes to lurk in the shadows.

Lynn saw a lynx while hiking in the woods.

Labor is important for building a strong community.

Some people are allergic to lactose in dairy.

The ladder reached high enough to touch the ceiling.

The lady walked her dog near the lagoon.

The airplane is landing smoothly on the runway.

The landscape was beautiful with colorful flowers.

Learning a new language can be very fun.

The lantern lit up the dark path ahead.

My dog is larger than my cat, definitely.

Larry found a larva crawling in the garden.

Lassie is a famous dog in the movies.

They will meet later to discuss their plans.

This is the latest fashion trend in school.

I like to lather soap on my hands well.

We learned Latin in history class last year.

They were laughing at the silly clown’s jokes.

I need to do the laundry this weekend.

Laura baked a cake for the party tonight.

The lava flowed slowly down the volcano.

The lawman rode into town to catch criminals.

The lawsuit was settled in the courtroom yesterday.

The lawyer helped us understand our rights.

He is laying down on the soft grass.

She practiced her layup before the basketball game.

The leader spoke to the crowd about the plans.

The leading actor in the movie is very talented.

The leafy trees provided shade on the hot day.

Leah brought her dog to the park with her.

She is leaning against the wall to relax.

They played leapfrog in the sunny backyard.

It’s a leap year, so we have an extra day.

We learned so much from the lesson today.

They learned about leasing cars in business class.

He wore a leather jacket to the concert.

The lecture covered many interesting topics in science.

I wrote with my left-hand during art class.

The legend says the treasure is hidden nearby.

The legion of soldiers marched through the town.

We had leisure time to relax after school.

I squeezed lemon juice into my water today.

Lena made a poster for the school project.

Leo is my favorite character in the story.

The lesson was about how plants grow.

The letdown after the event was hard to handle.

We enjoyed fresh lettuce in our salad today.

He wore Levis jeans to the party last night.

Lewis played a game of chess with his friend.

He needs a license to drive a car safely.

The lifeboat is ready in case of emergencies.

The lifeguard watched over the swimmers at the pool.

The lifter raised the weights over his head easily.

I will lighten the mood with some jokes.

The lighthouse guides boats safely to the harbor.

They were lighting the candles for the celebration.

The likeness between the two friends was surprising.

Likewise, she agreed with his opinion on the topic.

She was limber enough to do the splits easily.

Lincoln was a great president in American history.

The lineup of bands was exciting to watch.

They learned some new lingo at summer camp.

The lion roared loudly in the jungle.

We saw litter on the ground after the picnic.

The livestock grazed peacefully in the green field.

She felt livid after losing her favorite toy.

The lizard basked in the sun on the rock.

Lizzie loves her pet llama and takes care of it.

The loafer sat on the porch all afternoon.

They entered the lobby of the hotel to check in.

The lobster was cooked perfectly for dinner tonight.

Please locate the missing book on the shelf.

He opened his locker to get his books.

The logbook recorded all of our adventures together.

The logic behind the puzzle was very clever.

We traveled to London last summer for vacation.

He wore long johns under his pants for warmth.

The long jump competition was very exciting to watch.

I am looking forward to the weekend party.

She felt loopy after staying up too late.

He was a loser in the game, sadly.

The lotion helped soothe her sunburn after swimming.

They won the lotto and celebrated with friends.

The music was louder than expected at the concert.

The soup tasted lousy after being left out.

She is a true lover of nature and animals.

That was the lowest score in the class today.

Her explanation was clear and lucid for everyone.

He felt lucky to find a four-leaf clover.

The cake had a lumpy texture, but it tasted good.

The lunar cycle changes every month for the moon.

The song had a beautiful lyric that inspired me.

Labor Day is a holiday in September every year.

The Labrador retriever loves to play fetch outside.

The ladybug crawled up the stem of the flower.

The landowner decided to plant more trees this year.

Latency can affect how quickly a computer responds.

They studied latitude and longitude in geography class.

The launching pad is ready for the rocket launch.

The lavender smelled wonderful in the summer garden.

He was a lawbreaker who needed to change.

They are layering clothes to stay warm in winter.

She called him lazy bones for sleeping too long.

We had leftovers for lunch from last night’s dinner.

The legacy of his work will last forever.

They want to legalize the new law for everyone.

The lemonade was cold and refreshing on a hot day.

We learned about the lexicon of new words today.

They will liberate the trapped animals in the forest.

The statue represents liberty and freedom for all.

The library is a quiet place to read.

The lieutenant guided the team through the mission.

He wore a life jacket while on the boat.

The lifesaver candy is sweet and delicious to eat.

The ligament connects muscles and bones in the body.

The light-footed dancer moved gracefully across the stage.

He checked the light meter to adjust the camera.

We had lima beans for dinner last night.

I drank lime water to stay hydrated during summer.

The number of tickets is limited to ten people.

She rode in a limousine for the special event.

The linebacker tackled the runner on the field.

The apartment is in a livable condition right now.

The living room is cozy with a fireplace.

They will localize the project to fit their needs.

The location of the treasure is still unknown.

We stayed in a log cabin in the mountains.

The logistics of the trip were very complicated.

He plotted the longitude and latitude on the map.

The picture was slightly lopsided on the wall.

They won the lottery and celebrated.

L Artic Database

Medial l sentences.

Alan loves to play soccer with friends.

The alarm rang loudly, waking everyone up.

Alex finished his homework before dinner time.

Alice enjoys reading books about adventures and magic.

The two cats looked very much alike today.

I feel so alive when I am outside.

We walked down the dark, narrow alley.

The two teams are allied for this event.

They will allow us to join the game.

Bronze is an alloy made of copper and tin.

My best friend is my loyal ally always.

I like to be alone sometimes to think.

We walked along the beach, collecting shells.

She read the story aloud for everyone.

I need to balance my time between schoolwork.

She loves to dance ballet at the studio.

I believe in the power of friendship and kindness.

My belly hurts after eating too many sweets.

We all belong to our special school community.

I enjoy playing billiards with my family often.

One billion stars shine brightly in the night sky.

Billy is my little brother who loves to play.

Her brilliant idea surprised everyone at the meeting.

The broiler cooks chicken quickly in the oven.

Don’t be a bully; be kind instead.

The caller asked for directions to the park.

The ceiling in my room is painted blue.

The cellar holds all our extra food supplies.

I need to retake the test next week.

Please release the butterflies into the garden.

I felt relief when I found my cat.

They want to relieve her pain as soon as possible.

I love to relish every bite of pizza.

I can always rely on my friends for support.

A ruler helps me draw straight lines easily.

The cello produces beautiful music when played well.

I like cola more than other soft drinks.

The tower might collapse if it’s not strong enough.

I want to collect coins from around the world.

He plans to go to college next year.

The cars will collide if they don’t stop.

The colon is used in writing for lists.

The color blue is my favorite in art.

The column of books was tall and colorful.

The cooler keeps our drinks cold at the picnic.

The crawler moves slowly across the sandy beach.

I read my favorite book daily after school.

Dallas is a city in the state of Texas.

Daylight helps plants grow and stay healthy.

The dealer offered a great price for the bike.

The delight in her eyes was truly special.

You should dilute the juice with some water.

I found a dollar bill on the ground today.

Dolly is my favorite doll that I cherish.

Drilling holes in wood can be quite fun.

We will elect a new class president soon.

The elite group of students won the competition.

An eyelash fell into my eye while reading.

The fallen leaves covered the ground like a carpet.

Fallout from the explosion spread across the area.

Felix is the name of my playful cat.

My fellow students helped me with my project.

Sally waved goodbye as she left for school.

I give a salute to show my respect.

The scholar read many books for her research.

I seldom see my friends during the summer.

The seller offered me a good deal on shoes.

The salad is fresh and full of healthy veggies.

I will follow my dreams wherever they lead me.

I want to freelance and work on my own.

The horse can gallop quickly across the field.

There are toys galore in the toy store.

The halo around the angel looked so bright.

The healer helped the injured animal recover quickly.

I said hello to my neighbor this morning.

I highly recommend this book to everyone I know.

The hollow tree is home to many animals.

Holly plants look beautiful during the holiday season.

The island is surrounded by clear blue water.

I feel jealous when my friend wins.

I love to eat jello at birthday parties.

Jelly goes well with peanut butter on toast.

In July, we often go on vacation.

Kelly is my best friend from school.

The mailer arrived with my birthday invitation today.

I enjoy eating a slice of fresh melon.

My mileage for the trip was very good.

The miller grinds the grain into fine flour.

Molly loves to draw and paint every day.

I put olive oil on my salad dressing.

The pallet held boxes stacked high and neatly.

I am peeling an orange for my snack.

The pellet gun can shoot small rounds safely.

The pillar supports the roof of the building.

The pilot flew the plane above the clouds.

The polar bear swims in the cold water.

The police help keep our neighborhood safe.

It is important to be polite to everyone.

Pollen is spread by bees from flower to flower.

We should not pollute our beautiful planet.

I love playing polo with my friends at summer.

I am pulling the wagon full of toys.

We went to a rally to support our cause.

Shellfish can be found in many ocean dishes.

Silence filled the room during the movie.

My silly brother makes me laugh all the time.

I cooked dinner in the skillet on the stove.

The skyline looks beautiful when the sun sets.

The solar panels collect energy from the sun.

He solely focuses on improving his skills daily.

The rock is solid and cannot be broken.

I prefer to sing solo at the concert.

She is a great speller and loves words.

The stealer took the ball from my backpack.

My toy was stolen from the playground yesterday.

I push the stroller while walking my baby sister.

That dress is very stylish and trendy right now.

I can swallow my medicine with some water.

The tailor fixed my dress before the party.

She has a special talent for playing music.

He is taller than all of his friends.

I will tally the scores after the game.

The teller at the bank helped me today.

I need to go to the toilet quickly.

The trailer was parked near the lake yesterday.

The tulip garden looks amazing in the spring.

My answer is valid and should be accepted.

The valley was full of beautiful flowers blooming.

It is important to understand the value of kindness.

Our village has many friendly people living there.

The volume of the music was too loud today.

Wallace is my favorite character in the story.

The wallop from the hit surprised everyone around.

She is willing to help others whenever she can.

The kids are yelling with excitement and joy.

The yellow flower bloomed brightly in the garden.

He experienced a relapse after feeling better for weeks.

The absolute best part of summer is vacation.

I will acknowledge my mistakes and learn from them.

The Alamo is an important historical site in Texas.

Alaska is known for its cold weather and beauty.

She is allergic to pollen in the springtime.

My friend has a peanut allergy that we respect.

I receive an allowance for doing my chores.

Aloha means hello and goodbye in Hawaiian culture.

An ambulance quickly arrived to help the injured.

I will analyze the data for my project today.

Apollo was a famous astronaut who went to space.

An avalanche can be very dangerous in the mountains.

I am balancing on one foot for fun.

My belated birthday party is this weekend at home.

I like bologna on my sandwich for lunch.

Eating broccoli is healthy and good for you.

A buffalo grazed peacefully on the grassy plain.

The bulletin board was full of important notices.

I marked my calendar for the big event.

The calorie count on the label is helpful.

Candlelight creates a warm and cozy atmosphere at home.

I enjoy eating cantaloupe during the hot summer.

We will catalog the books in the library soon.

Let’s celebrate my birthday with cake and games!

Celery sticks are a crunchy and healthy snack.

The information will circulate among the group quickly.

We hope to civilize the wild animals someday.

A wallaby jumped across the grassy field happily.

Yellowstone is a beautiful national park to visit.

The collarbone connects the arm to the body.

His collection of stamps is very impressive.

The collector found rare coins from around the world.

A colony of ants worked together to gather food.

The colorful mural brightens up the dull wall.

The controller manages the game console very easily.

My counselor helps me with my school problems.

The dandelion blooms brightly in the sunny field.

Delaware is known for its beautiful beaches and parks.

The delicate flower needs gentle handling to survive.

Please deliver my package to my house today.

The team will develop a new project next week.

We studied different dialects in our language class.

The dialogue in the play was very interesting.

Disneyland is a magical place for families to visit.

I can easily finish this homework before dinner.

The electric car is better for the environment.

The element of surprise made the game exciting.

The elephant is the largest land animal on Earth.

We will elevate the platform to make it higher.

There are eleven players on a soccer team.

Entailing hard work is part of the project.

The envelope contained a special birthday invitation inside.

My family enjoys spending time together every weekend.

The fellowship of friends makes life much better.

The finale of the show was very exciting!

I used a formula to solve the math problem.

The alligator swam swiftly in the murky water.

Aluminum is used to make cans and foils.

The scientist plans to annihilate the bacteria quickly.

We need to articulate our ideas clearly during discussions.

The ballerina danced beautifully across the stage today.

I used binoculars to see the birds in trees.

California has stunning beaches and amazing national parks.

The caterpillar will become a butterfly one day.

The celebrity smiled for the cameras at the event.

The coliseum was built for entertaining large crowds.

Colorado is known for its majestic mountain ranges.

Our curriculum includes math, science, and art this year.

Ecology teaches us how living things interact with nature.

The elevation of the mountain was quite impressive.

An electrician fixes wires and helps with power.

The elevator took us to the top floor.

The escalator moves people up and down easily.

We need to evaluate our options before deciding.

Geology is the study of rocks and Earth’s history.

The helicopter flew high above the city skyline.

His hilarious joke made everyone laugh out loud.

Please do not humiliate anyone in front of others.

The light will illuminate the dark room tonight.

Her intelligence helped her solve the tough problem.

The irregular shapes made the art project unique.

The jack-o-lantern looked spooky during Halloween night.

A kilometer is a measure of distance, not speed.

Marco Polo was a famous explorer from history.

The military protects our country and keeps us safe.

I enjoy playing the game of monopoly with friends.

The multicolor decorations made the party lively and fun.

Naturally, I feel happy when I am outside.

Olivia loves to read books about different cultures.

A particular subject interests me more than others.

Personally, I enjoy hiking and being in nature.

Political discussions can sometimes lead to strong opinions.

The population of the city is growing every year.

Their relationship is built on trust and friendship.

The project was ridiculously fun and full of surprises.

The semicolon connects two related ideas in writing.

The semi-trailer carried goods across the country safely.

A tarantula is a large spider that can be scary.

The spectacular view took my breath away completely.

I watch television to relax after school every day.

She plays the ukulele and sings cheerful songs.

His unpopular opinion surprised many of his friends.

I usually have cereal for breakfast every morning.

The velocity of the car increased on the highway.

Venezuela is known for its beautiful landscapes and culture.

Many people participate in voluntary activities in their community.

Yellow jackets can sting if they feel threatened. Water colors are fun to use for painting.

Acceleration is the process of speeding up quickly.

I accidentally spilled my drink all over the table.

Articulation helps me speak clearly and be understood.

Electricity powers our lights and devices every day.

Involuntary actions happen without thinking or control.

Nationalism can unite people under a common cause.

Popularity can change quickly among friends at school.

The possibility of winning the game excited everyone.

Their similarity in interests brought them closer together.

It seemed unbelievable that he could run so fast.

The news spread universally across the world quickly.

Visibility is important for safety while driving at night.

I will voluntarily help out at the animal shelter.

Final L Sentences

Aisle seats are for easy access.

All the kids are having fun. Please bail water from the boat.

The big red ball bounced high.

The school bell rang at noon.

I need to pay the bill today.

Boil the water for the noodles.

She ate cereal from a bowl.

I can read in braille, too.

Let’s broil the chicken for dinner.

Give me a call when you arrive.

My cell phone is on the table.

They mined coal from the mountains.

The coil springs are very bouncy.

The breeze feels cool on my face.

Watch the baby crawl on the floor.

Let’s make a deal right now.

Dial the number to reach her. Add some dill to the salad.

My doll has pretty blue eyes.

We will drill for the math test.

The slippery eel swims through water.

I don’t want to fail this test.

The leaves begin to fall in autumn.

He fell off his bike yesterday.

Please file your papers neatly, okay?

Fill the cup with fresh lemonade.

That was a foul in basketball.

The bag is full of candy.

Let’s score a goal in soccer.

The hail was loud on the roof.

The school hall is very long.

They will heal from their injuries soon.

Let’s climb the steep hill together.

My shoe hurts my heel today.

I love eating fresh kale salads. The dog went to jail for barking.

We visited a tiny isle last summer.

The bell’s knell signaled the end.

Kyle is my best friend in school.

I need to send the mail today.

The mall is crowded on weekends.

I had a delicious meal for lunch.

We walked a mile every day.

The mill grinds grain into flour.

The mole dug tunnels underground.

I hit my thumb with a nail.

Let’s cook with some olive oil.

I saw an owl in the tree.

Please fill the pail with water.

He is my best pal forever.

Paul plays soccer on our team.

Don’t forget to peel the apple.

I made a pile of leaves.

I took a pill for my cold.

Let’s swim in the pool this summer.

The tall pole stands in the yard.

Pull the rope to help me.

The train runs along the rail.

Is this story real or fake?

We need to reel in the fish.

I want to play a role today.

Let’s roll the dice for fun.

Set the sail to catch the wind.

There is a big sale today.

Weigh the fruit on the scale.

Let’s go back to school now.

I saw a seal at the beach.

We need to sell some cookies.

The shell is beautiful and shiny.

Practice your skill for the game.

The skull is part of the head.

The kitten is very small and cute.

I love to smell fresh flowers.

Always try to smile at others.

The snail moves slowly on the path.

Dig deep into the soil for plants.

This rock is solid and strong.

Can you spell your name for me?

The spool of thread is tangled.

Let’s sprawl out on the grass.

The piglet will squeal when scared.

She has a nice style of dress.

The cat has a fluffy tail.

That is a funny tale to tell.

The tree is very tall and strong.

The duck is a lovely teal color.

I want to tell you a story.

We need to put down tile.

Please pay the toll at the bridge.

I love using that tool for crafting.

The wall needs a fresh coat of paint.

Drink some water from the well.

I saw a huge whale today.

The bicycle has a flat wheel.

The whole pizza was delicious and hot.

My sweater is made of warm wool.

I will yell for help if needed.

Adele sings beautifully in her songs.

That movie has a nice appeal.

April is my favorite spring month.

Let’s play baseball in the park.

I want to visit Brazil someday.

The canal is very calm and quiet.

We should cancel our plans for today.

The capsule is full of surprises.

Try to conceal your excitement, please.

The sound of the cowbell is loud.

It was cruel to tease the puppy.

I hit the cue ball just right.

She drank a cupful of juice.

Please pay attention to the detail.

His downfall was a sad story.

They had a duel at dawn.

Be careful with that eggshell, please.

Remember to enroll in summer camp.

Exhale slowly to feel relaxed.

They had to expel the student.

I lost my eyeball toy last week.

The female athlete won the race.

He plays football every weekend.

The box is very fragile, so be careful.

We need more fuel for the car.

They love to play handball outside.

She wore a beautiful jewel on her dress.

I saw a cute JPEG image online.

Look through the keyhole to peek.

I made a tasty meatball for dinner.

The module helps us learn more things.

The team’s morale was very high today.

Let’s exercise our muscle to stay strong.

Put it all in a nutshell, please.

I had oatmeal for breakfast this morning.

They checked the payroll for errors.

I use my pencil to write stories.

She wore her hair in a pigtail.

Let’s play pinball at the arcade.

The pinwheel spins in the wind.

We had heavy rainfall yesterday.

The reptile basked in the sun.

Let’s reveal the surprise party today.

I made a snowball to throw.

I saw a tadpole in the pond.

Wrap your sandwich in tinfoil for lunch.

Don’t touch that toadstool; it’s poisonous.

She painted her toenail a bright color.

Dry off with a towel after swimming.

The town hall is very old.

Unroll the paper to see the picture.

Can you find the vowel in that word?

The windfall helped us pay bills.

The windmill spins gracefully in the field.

Abigail loves to read fairy tales.

She has a pretty aero design.

We have an annual picnic every year.

He plays basketball on weekends with friends.

The story had a sad betrayal moment.

They held a burial for the pet.

She jumped like a cannonball into water.

The casserole smells delicious in the oven.

He wore a casual outfit to school.

The cathedral is very tall and beautiful.

She faced denial when she heard bad news.

The information is factual and clear.

Let’s read a fairy tale tonight.

We rode the ferris wheel at the fair.

Be careful with that fingernail clipper.

The change was gradual over many years.

He found the ideal gift for her.

The group of juvenile animals is cute.

Please follow the manual for instructions.

They have a mutual friend in common.

Drizzle olive oil on your salad.

She wore an overall dress to school.

It’s best to overrule that decision now.

The newel post was carved beautifully.

They performed a special ritual last night.

Let’s dance to rock-n-roll music.

I like to read a good serial.

He rode a snowmobile in winter.

Kick the soccerball into the goal.

Look at the sundial for the time.

Let’s swim in the swimming pool today.

Play tether ball during recess today.

The two teams are unequal in skills.

His story seems unreal but interesting.

It was the usual routine for us.

She has versatile skills in sports.

He enjoys exploring virtual worlds online.

The picture was very visual and bright.

Something feels a bit unusual today.

She watched a tutorial on painting.

The clock has a perpetual motion design.

The Liberty Bell is a historic symbol.

L Sentence Creator

Virtual l story.

In the lively city of Los Angeles, there lived a llama named Lisa. She had a lustrous coat that shimmered like sunlight and loved to lounge in the lush lawns of her neighborhood. Every leap year, Lisa would eagerly await her favorite treat: lovely lemons! However, there was a peculiar rule—she could only eat them with her left hand. This left-handed limitation made her laugh, but Lisa didn’t mind; it added a little thrill to her lemon-loving life.

On a bright leap day, Lisa strolled down a leafy lane toward the local lemon tree by the lake. The large lemons dangled like golden lanterns, beckoning her closer. As she leaned over to pluck one, she felt a soft tug on her leg. It was a little lamb named Lloyd, who wanted to help her. “Let’s leap together!” he exclaimed, his enthusiasm lighting up the afternoon. Lisa grinned and agreed, and together they laughed as they filled their laps with lemons. They both knew they were lucky to live in such a lovely land.

With lemons in hand, Lisa and Lloyd settled beneath a sprawling tree. They peeled the lemons and savored the sour sweetness, sharing stories of their latest adventures. “You know, I once licked a lemon so large it almost made me lose my lunch!” Lisa said, giggling. Lloyd laughed loudly, his laughter echoing like a light-hearted melody. As they relaxed, Lisa felt a little sleepy, but the thought of their lemony feast kept her alert. On this special leap year, Lisa learned that sometimes the best moments are shared with loyal friends, filling their lives with laughter and love. 

In the lively town of Florence, Italy, lived an alien named Alan. He was unlike any other alien because he adored playing the violin and relishing jelly beans. As Halloween approached, Alan felt excited and alive, imagining all the colorful costumes and decorations lining the alleys. His best friends, Alex and Alice, promised to celebrate with him. They would collect candy, enjoy a delicious salad, and watch the brilliant fireworks light up the sky.

One crisp Halloween evening, Alan tuned his violin and played a delightful melody that filled the air. His friends danced along, their laughter echoing through the streets. Suddenly, a bully named Billy tried to steal their jelly beans! But Alan stood tall, using his musical talent to calm the situation. “Let’s not collide over candy,” he said, strumming a soothing tune. The bully, enchanted by the melody, apologized and even joined their group to share in the fun. Together, they filled their bags with treats and shared silly stories while munching on jelly beans.

As night fell, they gathered near a towering pillar decorated with holly and lights. Alan felt a wave of relief wash over him; he knew they had made a memorable Halloween together. “I believe in the magic of friendship,” he declared, as the clock struck midnight. With hearts full and bellies happy, they headed home, planning to relive this fantastic adventure the next Halloween. Alan smiled, knowing he truly belonged in this delightful village filled with laughter and joy.

Once upon a time in a lush, leafy forest, Kyle the owl decided it was time to learn a new skill. His best friend, Will the orca whale, wanted a cool swimming pool to splash in, and Kyle wanted to help him build it. With a plan in mind, Kyle flew over to the nearby school where all the clever animals gathered to learn. As he perched on a tall stool in the classroom, he listened intently to the teacher, who explained the details of construction. “We’ll need tools, materials, and a solid plan,” she said, ringing a small bell to get their attention. Kyle felt a thrill; he was ready to learn!

As the class began, Kyle took notes about the best materials to use. They discussed different building styles and techniques to fill the pool with water. Kyle thought about the soft soil and the tall wall he would need to construct. He even imagined how the sunlight would reflect off the water’s surface, making it sparkle like a jewel. The teacher asked each student to share their favorite project, and Kyle confidently spoke up, “I want to build a pool for my pal Will!” His classmates cheered, and he felt like he was on top of the world, ready to tackle any challenge.

After school, Kyle set off to gather supplies. He flew over to the mall, where he found a perfect pail and a coil of rope. He also picked up some colorful tiles to decorate the pool’s edge. “This is going to be epic!” Kyle exclaimed, feeling full of excitement. He and Will would create a beautiful place to play. As they worked together, Kyle realized that every little detail mattered, from the size of the pool to the arrangement of the tiles. With each splash and smile, they were building not just a pool but a lasting friendship, ready to sail into many more adventures together.

L Short Story Video with Questions

L progression cards & tongue twisters, virtual l progression cards and tongue twisters.

L Tongue Twisters

Lively lads laugh loudly while laying lace on logs.

The large lamb leaped lazily across the leafy lane.

Larry’s lamp lit up the lovely lake at dusk.

Leah laid a leaf on the lawn beside the latch.

Lily loves to learn languages while lounging lazily.

The latch on the large lid leads to lost laundry.

Lance likes to leap over logs near the lagoon.

Loud laughter filled the lane as lambs leapt playfully.

Lenny left his lunch on the ledge by the lake.

The leech lurked below the lily pads in the lagoon.

Lisa’s large lizard licked the lid of a loaf.

Little Luke lent a lime to Lee for lemonade.

The lamb licked the lemon lightly on the lawn.

Leaping lizards lingered lazily near the leafy landscape.

Laura’s laundry list lay on the lounge table.

Loud music lit up the lounge during the leap year.

The lizard lounged in the light of the lamp.

Lola licked the lollipop while lounging on the lawn.

Long lines of leaves lay along the lakeside path.

Lively lanterns lit the lovely landscape at night.

Loud laughter echoed as they played leapfrog on the lawn.

Lola loved learning languages while listening to lyrics.

Lenny’s lap was a landing place for lazy puppies.

Lemonade leaks linger in the large pitcher by the lid.

The loud lawman laughed as he caught the lazy thief.

Lance’s leaky locker left letters lost in limbo.

Lively dolphins leapt and played in the lagoon.

The little lamb leaped onto the lawn with glee.

Larry’s light load lingered on the long ladder.

The loud lion loved to lounge in the lush grass.

Lydia left the laundry list lying on the lounge.

Large logs lined the lane leading to the lake.

Lacy leaves fluttered lightly in the gentle breeze.

Leaping frogs lit up the lake at night.

Liam’s lamp glowed brightly in the lovely room.

Alan’s alarm alerted Alex and Alice in the alley.

The brilliant ballerina balanced along the hollow ceiling.

Billy and his ally collected colorful jelly beans daily.

Alone, Alan played his cello loudly under the skylight.

Sally’s salad had a layer of leafy lettuce galore.

Alex’s amazing alloy allowed the bicycle to glide smoothly.

The crawler climbed the pillar, creating a silly spectacle.

Reluctantly, the bully learned to be polite and kind.

They rallied to relieve the fallen fellow from danger.

I’ll retake my tests with a solid strategy and balance.

Alan believes he can conquer billiards and balloon battles.

The chocolate cola caused a colorful collapse of laughter.

Molly and Kelly will analyze the melody together aloud.

The police politely patrolled the village during Halloween night.

The friendly healer helped the jealous friend feel better.

I’ll salute the artist’s highly colorful creation at the gallery.

The dandelion danced delicately in the gentle, sunny breeze.

Felix found a million jelly beans hidden in the cellar.

The doctor will relieve allergies by diluting the pollen.

Along the valley, the cheerful children play volleyball happily.

Kyle’s colorful kite flutters down the cool aisle.

The tall owl in the hall loves to call.

Paul and his pal fill pails with fresh kale.

A slick seal sails smoothly across the pool.

The bill for the meal made Kyle feel full.

Will the whale willfully rolls near the isle.

The little doll fell off the tall shelf.

Hail and fall from the big hill make a foul mess.

The snail slowly crawls up the long rail.

A small eel swims near the tall wall.

Paul’s pail spills dill over the solid soil.

The braille bill fell off the cool shelf.

The owl in the tree gives a loud yell.

A bright bell rings loudly at the school hall.

Kyle will reel in the fish near the coal mill.

L Animated Videos

Learn how to say the l sound, and use our animated video flashcards tips and tricks on how to make your articulation target sounds.

L Conversation Picture Scenes

Whether you are an SLP, teacher, or parent looking for free L word lists, phrases, sentences, stories, or conversational pictures, we hope that your find all of or free virtual speech therapy resources beneficial!

Perfect to use for at home speech therapy practice, during sessions at school, or whenever you feel like targeting your child’s articulation goals!

If you would also like free printable L speech therapy materials, click below.  We have free printable flashcards, word searches, tic-tac-toe, bingo, progression cards, and more!

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We also offer additional virtual L materials to target the L sound at the isolation, syllable, and word levels.

Whether you are a speech therapist, teacher, or parent, we have tons of free and engaging videos, materials, games, resources,  and interactive activities to target the L sound!

We offer free L articulation videos, word lists,  worksheets, downloadables, no-prep materials, virtual games that are compatible with tablets, computers and phones.

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Initial L and Final L Speech Therapy Words (for SLPs)

If you’re a speech-language pathologist looking for a quick list of initial and final l target words to practice during speech therapy, make sure to bookmark this post. SLPs will also find helpful tips for making articulation therapy more fun with a variety of engaging games, resources, and speech therapy activities for teaching the l sound. At the bottom of this post, lists of initial l, medial l, final l words, and l blends are provided, as well as a variety of strategies for teaching the correct placement of the l sound.

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Correct Production of L

The l sound is classified as a liquid sound. It is a voiced lingua-alveolar sound.

Tongue placement differs slightly depending on which type of l you are making.

If l occurs at the beginning of a word, it is called a ‘ light l ‘. An example of this would be ‘lime’. To produce a light l, the tongue tip touches the small bump behind the upper front teeth known as the alveolar ridge. The side of their tongue should allow the air to escape laterally. The light l is considered an alveolar sound.

If l occurs in the final position of words, as a syllabic, or before a consonant, it is known as a ‘dark l’. Examples of this would be ‘fall’ or ‘bottle’. The tongue tip is still raised toward the alveolar ridge, but the back of the tongue is also raised toward the velum.

References: Bauman-Waengler, J.A. Articulatory and Phonological Impairments: A Clinical Focus . Third ed., Pearson Education Limited, 2013. 

Shriberg, Lawrence D. & Kent, Raymond D. Clinical Phonetics: Third ed. Pearson Education Inc. 2003

Common L Sound Errors

Children with speech sound disorders may make the following substitutions for the L sound:

• w for l (for example, a student might say “woah” for “low”)
• r for l (for example, a student might say “right” for “light”)
• “oh” or a vowel-like sound for the dark l (for example, a student might say “bah-o” for “ball”)

How To Teach the L Sound in Speech Therapy

Speech therapy suggestions.

A great way to start articulation therapy is to give the l sound a fun name, such as “the singing sound” (la, la, la).

The next step would be to explain what the alveolar ridge is to a student.

Older students can be told, “The tip of your tongue should be at home [aka the alveolar ridge]”.

It is often helpful to provide a  tactile cue . This might be as simple as tapping to remind of lingua-aveolar placement.

Many errors involving the initial l involve a w for l substitution . When a liquid sound (such as the l sound) is substituted for a glide (such as w), this is a phonological process known as gliding . Minimal pairs may be very beneficial in this case. Telling the student to “smile” and “freeze” will help keep the lips from rounding to say w.

Occasionally, speech-language pathologists may also need to address r vs l substitutions in therapy sessions. For example, a student might say ‘right’ for ‘light’. Use simple reminders for lingual placement, such as pointing to the alveolar ridge, or using a hand model to show bunched or retroflex r positioning. In fact, one research study indicated that treating R first can lead to a generalized L .

Sometimes, students say an ‘o’ (or a vowel-like sound) in place of the final l sound . They need to remember to make tongue tip contact with the alveolar ridge.

Speech pathologists might also try to have the student add a schwa (ball-uh), then slowly fade it using a whisper technique, in order to elicit final l.

Speech Sound Word Lists for the L Sound

The following word lists contain words with the initial l sound, medial l sound, and final l sound. These  articulation word lists  allow the SLP to easily work on a target sound in speech therapy at the word level. Or, have your student think of an extra word or two to create short phrases for practice. Quickly pull these word lists up during your speech therapy session and pair them with the game or activity of your choice.

Initial L Word List for Speech Therapy

Here is a list of l words in the initial position to use in speech therapy (initial position of the l sound):

• Los Angeles

Medial L Word List for Speech Therapy

Here is a list of l in the medial position of words to use in speech therapy (l in the medial position of a word):

Final L Word List for Speech Therapy

Here is a list of l in the final position of words to use in speech therapy (l in the final positions of words):

• high school

L Blends Word Lists for Speech Therapy

Here is a list of initial l blends to use in speech therapy:

Initial BL Words

Initial fl words, initial gl words, initial kl words, initial pl words, initial sl words, speech therapy activities for the l sound.

Are you a school speech therapist looking for some great  activities  to work on your student’s articulation skills? I’ll share some of my favorite go-to articulation activities that can be used for targeting this speech sound in your therapy room- as well as a couple of fun worksheets!

Hint: get ready to go to the “speech salon”! It’s manicure time!

Initial L and Final L Picture Cards for Speech Therapy

A school speech therapist has a non-stop day and needs hands-on, effective materials to use in therapy. These initial l and final l articulation picture cards  are wonderful because they provide a  speech sound mouth placement visual cue . They are also easy to send home for at-home practice. Family members can easily review the articulation l words as a carryover activity to work on their child’s speech. These practice words are practical and a great way to get started with targeting the l sound in initial, medial, and final word positions.

These articulation cards are perfect to print & laminate for therapy use- or a speech therapist might print them out in B&W to send home with students to practice and color.

Play dough Articulation Activity

This play dough articulation activity  targets a variety of speech sounds at the word level. Have fun practicing the l sound while creating “speech therapy manicures“! This resource will be a HIT in your speech therapy room! It is SUCH a fun way to work on articulation!

The manicure activity is easy to set up and use during therapy sessions.

You will want to print, laminate, and cut out each task card.

You will then select which target speech sound to work on.

Your student can select a favorite color of play doh to pair with the articulation task card selected. Just like at a real salon, it’s fun to have different colors of play dough available for this activity, since you are doing a “manicure”.

Your students won’t even realize all of the hard work they’re doing in therapy. Before you know it, you will have easily elicited 20-30 minutes of practice on the target speech sound! The articulation manicure activity is available in my speech therapy store on TpT.

Fun Articulation Worksheets

These articulation tic tac toe worksheets are perfect to pair with a dot marker or a magnetic wand and chips! Each page is low ink, no prep, and provides pictures along with text to support your readers and non-readers.

A variety of speech sounds are included, such as the l sound. These speech therapy worksheets are ideal for individual therapy or small-group speech and language therapy.

These articulation worksheets are fun, quick, and easy! Magnetic wands and dot markers are always rewarding for students to use in speech therapy.

Fun Articulation Game Ideas

These fan-favorite board games aren’t technically for articulation- but they work perfectly for ANY sort of speech sound drill practice.

Whenever I play games in speech therapy , I like to choose ones that are quick, rewarding and don’t require batteries.

Here is a list of my favorite games for speech therapy:

• Crocodile dentist – this game is a favorite because it’s QUICK- simply say a word and push down a tooth! Don’t get bit (but be dramatic if you do!)
• Pop Up Pirate – this game is also a fun and easy game to use in therapy- simply practice a target word, then push a sword into the barrel and hope the pirate doesn’t pop!
• Don’t Break the Ice – this game requires some set-up, but the positive is that it doesn’t require any batteries!
• I Spy Dig In Game – this one is a lot of fun and provides the perfect “brain break” in between working on articulation words- plus, you can easily target language objectives (such as describing and following directions) with this game as well!
• Spot It – this is a classic fun and quick card game- say a target speech sound, quickly flip two cards over, and be the first one to “spot” the matching pictures! This game is really handy because it’s small and can be transported in a therapy bag easily.
• Hoyle 6 in 1 Fun Pack – my absolute favorite “simple” game in this card deck is Flap Jack. You simply pass out the cards, then take turns flipping them over until someone dishes out a moquito! Be the first to slap the mosquito to win the round! After a mosquito is pulled, we practice 5-10 target words with our target articulation sound.

Check here for a full list of my favorite games to use in speech therapy .

Fun Articulation Therapy Ideas

Sometimes, it’s fun to switch things up! We all get bored from time to time. When we’re bored, it’s almost a guarantee that our students are bored too!

Here are a few easy- but fun- ideas to try during articulation therapy.

• Hide mini articulation objects in theraputty . Your student will have fun digging through the stretchy putty to find the objects.
• Hide articulation cards in a sensory bin.
• Pair target articulation words with yoga stretches !
• Go on a scavenger hunt around the school and look for items with the target articulation sound.
• Play “Simon Says” with l words.
• Play ‘musical chairs’ in group therapy- but instead of chairs, write articulation words on large pieces of construction paper.
• Tear up paper! Younger students could create a picture, perhaps of a tree, using paper strands. SLPs can write target articulation practice words on the paper.

More Articulation Word Lists for Speech Pathologists

Do you need more handy articulation word lists to use during your therapy session? How about some easy-to-implement ideas? Luckily, there are several more articulation blog posts available covering highly targeted speech sounds! Make sure to bookmark these articulation word lists so you can use them while on the go during a busy school day.

• K Word Lists
• F Word Lists
• S Word Lists

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