There are many kinds of speech and language disorders that can affect children. This fact sheet will present four major areas in which these impairments occur. These are the areas of: (1) Articulation; (2) Fluency; (3) Voice; and (4) Language. Following a brief narrative on a day in the life of a Speech Language Pathologist, this fact sheet presents information on the following: (1) Definitions of the four areas of impairment; (2) Definition of "Speech or Language Impairment" under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA); (3) Development of Speech Development and Language Skills in Childhood; (4) Characteristics of Speech or Language Impairments; (5) More on the Milestones of Language Development; (6) What Causes Speech and Language Disorders?; (7) Incidence; (8) Finding Help; (9) Help for Babies and Toddlers; (10) Help for School-Aged Children; (11) Educational Considerations; (12) Tips for Teachers; (13) Tips for Parents; (14) Readings and Articles; and (15) Organizations to Consult.