Sometimes it takes a child a couple of attempts before they can find the right words. When you pause before jumping to interpret what of they might mean, you’re first giving them a chance to engage in verbal communication. You then can step in and give them the words if they’re struggling or particularly confused.
Known as “dialogic reading,” encourage your child to engage physically with the book and engage in conversation. For example, as a child […]
Show your child how important communication is by responding quickly to all their attempts to communicate, including words and gestures. It also […]
When your toddler is learning something new or is in a new setting, language often decreases. Encourage language use and new vocabulary […]
Singing helps with pre-reading skills such as rhyming and sound sequencing. Kid favorites include “Head and Shoulders” for body parts, “Wheels on […]
