About the Books

The Sound collection is designed to make storytime more than just fun—it’s a chance to practice the building blocks of speech and listening. Each book is made up of five stories that combine engaging plots, rhyming text, and carefully chosen sounds to support children’s speech and listening development. Each tale stands on its own while weaving together themes of courage, friendship, and fun.

Every story highlights specific speech sounds, making it easier for children to hear, practice, and enjoy them in context. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or therapist, these stories are tools you can return to again and again—blending joyful reading with meaningful practice.

The Sound Garden

The Sound Garden is made up of five stories that combine engaging plots, rhyming text, and carefully chosen sounds to support children’s speech and listening development. Each tale stands on its own while weaving together themes of courage, friendship, and fun.

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🪻 Hush’s Happy Home
Hush, a shy lavender plant, faces the challenge of moving somewhere new. Through gentle rhymes and comforting imagery, children see how bravery can grow when change feels scary.

🍅 Noodle’s New Neighbor
Noodle, a timid tomato sprout, fears the bird who lands nearby. His story helps children explore feelings of worry and discover that unexpected friendships can be full of joy.

🌹 Mimi’s Magical Mate
When Mimi meets Rico the rose, she helps him discover where he belongs. This story highlights the power of kindness and inclusion, reminding children that there’s always space for new friends.

🌿 Flick Finds Fame
Nervous Flick the fern takes center stage in a garden performance. His journey shows how practice, encouragement, and courage can help little voices grow strong and confident.

🌻 Sunny’s Silly Sounds
Sunny the sunflower leads the garden in a celebration filled with playful rhymes and silly words. This story brings everything together in a joyful reminder that learning can be lighthearted and fun.

Together, these five tales form a collection that parents, teachers, and therapists can use to nurture both a love of reading and essential communication skills.

Meet the Sound Garden Friends

Hush the Lilac

Shy • Gentle • Thoughtful
Hush doesn’t say much—but she hears everything. She loves the way the wind whispers through the leaves and how friends can speak with just a smile. When things get noisy, Hush listens for the quietest clues. She’s proof that even soft voices matter.

Favorite Sound: The hush of the breeze
Favorite Spot: Curled up in cozy soil under the stars
Noodle the Tomato Sprout

Energetic • Brave• Loyal

Noodle wiggles, jiggles, and talks a lot—especially when he's excited or scared. His red sprouts bounce when he laughs or drums out a rhythm. New things can make him nervous, but he never gives up, especially when his friends are counting on him.

Favorite Sound: “Buh-boom!” like a heartbeat or a drum 
Favorite Trick: Making music with sticks and leaves
Mimi the Blue Daisy

Spunky • Sparkly • Sensitive

Mimi loves petals, patterns, and a good punchline. She might be a little prickly when she’s unsure, but underneath her sass is a heart full of kindness. She loves making new friends and always looks out for the quiet ones in the garden.

Favorite Sound: The swish of a skirt and a strong /s/ 
Favorite Accessory: Her pretty red bow (never leaves home without it!)
Flick the Fern

Fast • Funny • Free-Spirited
Flick is always moving—he dances, spins, and never stops talking (unless he’s thinking of a new move). He loves music and stage lights and thinks everyone deserves a standing ovation, even if they’re just learning to speak up.

Favorite Sound: “Ta-da!” with a big /t/ 
Favorite Move: A cartwheel, followed by a bow
Sunny the Sunflower

Kind • Confident • Full of Light

Sunny is the steady sunshine of the group. He stands tall, stays calm, and helps everyone feel safe. With his warm face and gentle laugh, Sunny makes even the cloudiest days feel bright. He believes every flower deserves a chance to grow.

Favorite Sound: Laughter 
Favorite Hobby: Waving to bees and leading garden games