According to Dodd, children showing disordered speech errors are likely to have deficits in the way that they represent the phonology of known words, and are at high risk of reading problems because phonological awareness skills are compromised.

How does a language impairment affect reading?

Oral language impairments also place children at risk for difficulties in reading comprehension. Because oral language is the foundation for written language, a limited vocabulary and/or problems with morphology and syntax can cause difficulties in deriving meaning from written text.

Does speech therapy help with reading?

Speech-language therapy can help them hear that the word bat breaks down into b, a, and t sounds. This can improve reading comprehension skills and encourage kids to read. Difficulty with language can also cause problems with reading comprehension. SLPs work on those skills, too.