• Made with love • by an SLP

Because sounds
lead to words,
and words to sentences.

A children's book series where speech, language, and literacy meet. Each story focuses on a set of sounds, packed with rhyme, playful characters, and the early skills kids need to grow.

Shop the Series Meet Carol

25+ years in practice

2 books in series

3–7 ages

/t/

/d/

Carol Terpstra, Author and Speech-Language Pathologist

I'm L. Caroline Terpstra

Hi there! I am a speech-language pathologist who has been working in the profession for over twenty-five years. Throughout my practice, I found myself often reaching for books when introducing new concepts, particularly with the younger children. But, I always felt it would be fantastic, if the books would have a predetermined set of goals with fun story lines. No brainer books! My love of books and literacy prompted the idea of writing a book series. It gave me the opportunity to pack into them early learning skills that are essential in a child's development of speech sounds, language, and literacy.

Children's
Author

Engaging
Storylines

Playful
Illustrations

Child-Based
Themes

Rhyming
Words

Speech
Therapist

Sound
Development

Listening
Comprehension

Facilitate
Vocabulary

Reading
Comprehension

Phonemic
Awareness

Sound
Sprouts

Welcome to Dede's Pet Shop

Discover a world of family fun and adventure at Dede's Pet Shop! Each Sound Sprouts book features a set of sounds found in different positions of words. In Dede's Pet Shop the /T/ and /D/ sounds are the focus throughout, as Tommy, Daisy, and Dad embark on an exciting quest to find their perfect pet. With colorful illustrations, rhymes, and delightful characters, this charming children's book brings the magic of language and joy of reading to life.

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Papa's Pool Rules — Coming Soon

We're excited to give you a sneak peek into our second book of the series. The sweet relationship between Papa and his granddaughters is on full display as you read this endearing story. It continues with our dedication to facilitate the development of speech sounds with the focus on P/B, as well as oral language and reading skills.

Dede's Pet Shop — The App

Bring the magic of Dede's Pet Shop to life! Children choose their own pet, give it a name, then shop for food, a home, and toys — before playing with their new best friend. A playful screen-time experience built around the speech sounds and vocabulary from the book.

Coming Soon

Because sounds lead to words, and words to sentences.