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The story of Pretzel Learning, LLC
At Pretzel Learning, LLC, we believe speech and language resources can be both purposeful and joyful.
We create engaging, therapy-focused materials designed to support speech-language pathologists, assistants, educators, researchers, families, and the students they serve. From the earliest concept, our resources are developed with communication goals in mind, incorporating articulation practice, language development, narrative skills, comprehension, AAC support, and other areas of speech-language intervention into materials children can genuinely enjoy using.
But Pretzel Learning is more than a publisher.
Our work is built around three connected branches: Freebie Revolution™, Research Dissemination, and Research Collaboration.
Freebie Revolution™ | Pretzel Bean Club
We believe clinicians should have meaningful opportunities to access high-quality therapy materials without another subscription standing in the way.
Through our Pretzel Bean Club, clinicians receive opportunities to access exclusive resources, early releases, and materials created specifically for the speech-language community. The Freebie Revolution™ is our commitment to giving back to the professionals who support communication every day while building a community that can help shape what we create next.
Research Dissemination
Valuable research has limited impact if the people who could use it never encounter it.
Pretzel Learning works to help bridge the space between research and everyday practice by translating relevant concepts, strategies, and findings into approachable resources for clinicians, educators, caregivers, and students. Our goal is not to replace the research itself, but to help important ideas move beyond journals and presentations and into practical environments where they can support communication.
Research Collaboration
We also partner with universities, researchers, clinicians, nonprofit organizations, and other professional groups to develop custom materials for research, education, intervention, and community initiatives.
These collaborations may include illustrations, therapy resources, participant or caregiver materials, educational tools, research-support materials, specialized communication resources, and other project-specific deliverables. We approach each collaboration with careful attention to accessibility, cognitive load, cultural relevance, communication needs, and the goals of the organization or research team.
Across all three branches, our philosophy remains the same: materials should be created with purpose.
We are intentional about language, illustration, repetition, sequencing, accessibility, and the student experience. Rather than adapting generic children's content after the fact, we build resources around speech, language, and communication objectives from the beginning.
Pretzel Learning may be a growing company, but that gives us the flexibility to listen closely, collaborate directly, and create thoughtfully. Whether we are developing a storybook for a clinician, helping communicate research to a broader audience, or creating materials for a funded project, our goal is to produce resources that professionals can confidently put into practice and that students will want to engage with.
FAQs
What is Pretzel Learning, LLC?
Pretzel Learning is a small, passionate indie publisher creating speech-therapy-focused storybooks and resources for speech-language pathologists, assistants, and families. We design our materials with clear therapy goals, engaging narratives, and adaptable content that works across a variety of ages and settings.
How are your books different from other speech therapy materials?
Every Pretzel Learning book is designed from the ground up with therapy in mind, targeting specific speech sounds, incorporating natural opportunities for language practice, and minimizing unnecessary distractions. We also avoid overly processed food references and pop culture trends so our materials remain timeless and inclusive.
Do you offer printed versions of your books?
Not yet, but we plan to offer printed versions shortly! Currently, all Pretzel Learning books are available as digital PDF and PowerPoint downloads, allowing for instant access. Print editions will eventually provide an alternative option for therapy sessions, classrooms, or home libraries. Please let us know if this option interests you, so we can determine how soon to make it available.
Do I have to pay to join the Pretzel Bean Club?
Nope! The Pretzel Bean Club is completely free to join—forever! Members receive at least one brand-new digital storybook every month, plus bonus materials and early access to upcoming releases.
How long do I have to download the monthly free story?
Each new story is available for free early access in the last week of each month. After that, it will be available for purchase in our Pretzel Bean Club Store and on the TeachersPayTeachers.com online store at the standard price.
Can I share my Pretzel Learning materials with other therapists or teachers?
Your purchase or free member download is licensed for personal or single-clinic use only. If a colleague would like a copy, please direct them to our website so they can join the Pretzel Bean Club or purchase their own copy from our TeachersPayTeachers.com online store. This helps us continue to offer high-quality, free resources each month.
Do I need to pay for my free monthly storybook?
Not at all. We only ask that each individual seeking access to the free monthly storybook create a Pretzel Bean Club Member account for free. We send you an email at the end of each month, giving our club access to the free material. You simply download it from our site and keep it in your digital archive, wherever it is.
How do I know your books will work for my students?
We design our materials with feedback from real speech therapy professionals and test them in various settings. Each story is written flexibly and is easily adaptable for different skill levels, making them effective tools for mixed-age and mixed-ability groups. We always love hearing from our community to determine what resources we should make next! Feel free to reach out at inbox@pretzellearning.com.
How can I give feedback or request a specific type of story?
We love hearing from our community! If you have an idea for a theme, speech sound target, or setting, you can reach out via our contact page or email us at inbox@pretzellearning.com. Or you can click the page Share An Idea in the main navigation of our site. Many of our stories have been inspired by member suggestions.

