The SMILE (SysteMatic Intervention for Lingual Elevation) Program, developed by Robyn Merkel, is a fun therapy program for tongue thrust remediation. This program, featuring "Mr. Smile," targets speech and swallowing skills in a 14-step hierarchy.

Designed for children ages 7-12, this program is also appropriate for teens and adults. The manual includes detailed exercise descriptions and assessment techniques for the clinician, and step-by-step home carryover activities with easy-to-follow directions for parents and clients.

Contents:

SMILE Program Manual (104 pp)
Horns #2, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 13
Straws #4, 5, 6, and 7
Whistle Straw
Jumbo Drinking Straw
Jaw Grading Bite Blocks (2 sets)
Red Chewy Tube
Bubble Tube
Toothettes (10)
Nose Flutes (2)
Tongue Depressors (3)

Note that at various times this program also calls for Cheerios, marshmallows, gum, a lollipop, a toothbrush, a washcloth, lip gloss or Vaseline, cotton balls, veggie sticks, and Cheetos, none of which are included in this kit.