The SLP Now Podcast

Making It Work With Expository Text (for Upper Elementary + Secondary)

October 6, 2026·7 min
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Show Notes: slpnow.com/272 How do I make literacy-based therapy work with expository text for older students? In this episode, I walk through the simple swaps I make to keep the framework relevant for upper elementary and secondary students.I share how I adapt the five steps of Dr. Ukrainetz's framework, and how I use structure-matched graphic organizers to help students organize what they read. We also talk about repurposing the text through newscasts, debates, and other age-appropriate activities, plus how clinical judgment helps us choose the best fit for each group.Sign up for a free trial of SLP Now at slpnow.com/pod!

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