Elizabeth Doherty, known as The Reading SLP, joins us to discuss the critical role oral language plays in reading development. As a speech-language pathologist (SLP) with extensive experience, Elizabeth shares her insights into how oral language connects to reading comprehension, the importance of addressing oral language challenges, and actionable strategies to support language development in schools and at home. Whether you’re an educator, parent, or SLP, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for supporting literacy through the lens of oral language.

Key Takeaways:

• What is Oral Language?
• Signs of Oral Language Challenges
• The Role of SLPs in Literacy Development
• Strategies for Supporting Oral Language

Resources Mentioned:

• The Critical Role of Oral Language Deficits in Reading Disorders: Reflections on Snowling and Hulme (2021) - Hugh W. Catts
• LENA: Conversational Turns Build Brains
• NELI Language Screening Tool (UK-based initiative by Dr. Margaret Snowling and Dr. Charles Hume)
• ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) Language Milestones
• Ms. Rachel
• Really Great Reading Vocabulary Training
• Speech to Print by Louisa Moats

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Where to Find Elizabeth Doherty:

• Instagram: @Elizabeth_ReadingSLP
• Website: TheReadingSLP.com
• Elizabeth’s Courses:
• The Pre-Reading SLP Course
• The Reading SLP Course
• The Dyslexia SLP Course
• Multisyllabic Words Course

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