Literacy Support

Literacy support (in relation to speech) refers to the strategies and resources used to help individuals develop the skills necessary for reading and writing. This type of support often focuses on phonemic awareness (understanding the sounds in words), phonics (the relationship between letters and sounds), vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and written expression.

Speech-language pathologists play a crucial role in providing literacy support, as difficulties with spoken language can often impact reading and writing skills. They work with individuals to address underlying speech and language challenges, while also providing targeted instruction and practice in literacy-specific areas. The goal of literacy support is to empower individuals to become confident and proficient readers and writers.