I wrote a book

and it is filled with everything I wish I knew when I started out working with accent modification clients! My hope is that other professionals find it helpful as they work with clients to achieve their goals, whether they are just starting out or are already seasoned in this area.

Speech Language Pathologists- Be sure to visit SpeechTherapyPD.com for .75 ASHA CEUs that accompany the book! To learn more, click here.

buy now

Why You Need It

Did you know that English is the most spoken language in the world, by native and non-native speakers, and there are over 160 dialects? Pronunciation is a key part of language learning. Many English language learners want to learn ways to “reduce” their accent or learn to sound native.

Speaking With an American Accent: A Guide to General American English Pronunciation is written from a Speech-Language Pathologist’s perspective on accent modification (AM) and:

  • Provides an overview of AM
  • Discusses common targets of AM
  • Describes techniques to address client goals

To make Speaking With an American Accent: A Guide to General American English Pronunciation an easy-to-follow guide to teaching and producing the General American English (GenAm) dialect, there are:

  • Practical activities
  • Informal assessments
  • Reference charts
  • Practice stimuli for each target area
  • Downloadable worksheets

You Ready?
You’re Ready!

Target Areas

Segmentals

speech sounds of spoken English (consonants and vowels)

Professional Speaking

conversational skills (body language, small talk, slang)

Suprasegmentals

rhythm of spoken English (word linking, syllable stress, pausing)

Buy Now

What People Are Saying

Thanks for choosing an easy-to-read font. Love that the forms are available via digital format. I’m excited to dive into this book and learn how I can better serve my clients!
A very well-organized and easy to follow book. It is full of helpful exercises and handy charts. Would recommend for anyone who is wanting to improve their accent!
This book is very well organized and helpful! I highly recommend it for anyone working on pronunciation.
Meet Kari

Kari has been a Speech-Language Pathologist and accent coach for over 15 years. Kari specializes in accent modification, public speaking, language development, clinical education, and international collaboration. 

Since 2011, she has taught and supervised at the George Washington University in Washington, D.C. She also has a private practice, Global Speech Therapy.

You can find more content on her blog, Instagram, and Teachers Pay Teachers. Check her out on social media!

Buy the Book