Language and Literacy Connections

This essential textbook integrates language learning, disorders, and literacy, addressing challenges for school-age children and adolescents in educational settings.

This textbook serves as a vital resource for graduate-level courses focusing on child language, seamlessly merging the realms of language learning, disorders, and literacy. Language and Literacy Connections offers a comprehensive narrative that addresses the unique challenges faced by school-age students, ranging from early elementary years to high school. By intertwining theory with practical applications, the authors guide readers through a landscape rich in knowledge, drawing from both historical and contemporary research in speech-language pathology and literacy education.

In Language and Literacy Connections, the authors present a variety of transcripts, case studies, and detailed intervention sessions, creating a practical framework for daily application in educational settings. The text prompts readers to reflect on fundamental questions such as “why am I doing this?” and provides insights into the complexities of language and literacy development. Structured into three major sections, the book explores conceptual frameworks, practical applications across discourse intervention, and effective service delivery models, ensuring a thorough understanding of the material.

Additionally, the book addresses critical topics such as the role of comprehension in auditory processing and the challenges within classroom environments. By comparing various intervention sessions, the authors highlight effective strategies while debunking long-standing myths. With innovative suggestions for collaborative service delivery, including virtual platforms, Language and Literacy Connections equips school-based speech-language pathologists with the tools they need to integrate literacy into their practice, even amidst demanding caseloads.