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As students speak into the mouthpiece, they hear themselves clearly through the earpiece, increasing speech awareness and supporting speech therapy and literacy goals. The adjustable earpiece ensures a comfortable fit, and the handheld design provides additional tactile stimulation during use. A hands-free version is available separately as the WhisperPhone Solo. Key Benefits Amplifies the user's own voice to improve self-monitoring of speech and reading Builds phonemic awareness, reading fluency, and speech confidence Handheld design provides tactile stimulation and encourages active engagement Adjustable earpiece fits a wide range of head sizes comfortably Easy to use and lightweight for young learners Typically fits children from pre-K through 4th grade Made in the USA Eligible for Title 1 and Reading First funding Lifetime guarantee Ideal for: SLPs supporting articulation, phonemic awareness, and speech clarity goals Classroom teachers and reading specialists working on reading fluency Students in early intervention, special education, and resource room settings Children with dyslexia, auditory processing differences, or language delays Home use by parents supporting reading development What's Included 1 x WhisperPhone Element (handheld acoustical amplifier) Product Details Design Handheld (for tactile stimulation; hands-free model available separately as WhisperPhone Solo) Earpiece Adjustable for custom fit Typical fit Children pre-K through 4th grade Country of Origin Made in the USA Funding eligible Title 1 and Reading First Warranty Lifetime guarantee Care Instructions Wipe mouthpiece and earpiece with a damp cloth or antibacterial wipe before and after each use Do not submerge in water or place in a dishwasher Do not use harsh chemical solvents Store in a dry location away from direct sunlight Warning: Do not share this device between users without cleaning the mouthpiece and earpiece thoroughly to prevent the spread of illness. 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