This page contains a curated collection of DLD related articles. The aim is to give a flavour, but inclusion of an article is not an endorsement.
The page will be updated regularly, but please contact us if links no longer work. Also let us know of items you think we should list. All items must be open access and from reputable sources. Contact details: naplic.chair@gmail.com
For articles that reflect wider speech, language and communication needs, visit the SLCN resources
This DLD Toolkit for practitioners was developed by The Communication Intervention Team (ComIT), with support from NAPLIC.
It uses the RADLD DLD Bubble Resource which highlights areas Children and Young People with Developmental Language Disorder may have difficulty with.
The toolkit provides information, strategies, practical activities and suggested resources that can be used within the classroom to support communication development.
The DLD Friendly audit has been developed by NAPLIC to support Speech and Language Therapy and specialist teacher services to adapt their policies and processes in respect to Developmental Language Disorder. It is free to all, and if you wish NAPLIC members can send in their documentation and receive an accreditation. Take a look, as it might be easier than you imagine.
A short summary by Susan Ebbels of the change in terminology. Includes a useful graphic to explain DLD.
The original article by Professor Dorothy Bishop and colleagues explaining the consensus process that agreed upon the term ‘Developmental Language Disorder’.
A good overview of Developmental Language Disorder originally written by professionals who know what they are talking about.
A slideshow prepared by Professor Dorothy Bishop discussing the connections between DLD and APD.
RCSLT have produced fact sheets, briefing papers, videos and infographics. Highly recommended for those who are new to DLD or who want concise information.
This new website from the USA for all things Developmental Language Disorder is primarily aimed at parents. Lots of the content is applicable worldwide, and contains videos as well as written material.
Supporting Children and Young People with Developmental Language Disorder: A Toolkit For Practitioners.
This DLD Toolkit for practitioners was developed by The Communication Intervention Team (ComIT), with support from NAPLIC.
The CATALISE process agreed the new term ‘Developmental Language Disorder’ and associated criteria (Bishop et al 2017)
To support Speech and Language Therapy and specialist education services implement the recommendations NAPLIC has developed the ‘DLD friendly!’ scheme.
This is a simple self audit which outlines the general areas of service change. Once submitted and approved the ‘DLD friendly’ logo can then be added to letterheads, email signatures etc. The aim of the scheme is to support service development and share good practice.
In this brief video Professor Dorothy Bishop explains how consensus was achieved and the term ‘Developmental Language Disorder’ agreed upon.
Professor Dorothy Bishop and colleagues outline the international process that was conducted to agree upon the term Developmental Language Disorder.
The Raising Awareness of DLD Youtube channel. Accessible, engaging videos about DLD. It was originally called RALLI, and uses the term ‘SLI’ in the older videos, but is now about Developmental Language Disorder.
Parent friendly blog post providing simple strategies for supporting children with Developmental Language Disorder.
University of Oxford have produced this brief video explaining Developmental Language Disorder in simple terms.
SEND White Paper response – NAPLIC Members we need you!
Published 15th April, 2026
NAPLIC’s – SEND White Paper Response
Published 21st March, 2026
Thank you to all our NAPLIC members
Published 14th December, 2025
NAPLIC’s 2026 conference: DLD: Research, Practice and Lived Experience took place on Saturday 9th May at the Studio, Birmingham
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