Early learning

Simple ways to support early language development

Helping your child learn to talk does not require flashcards or programs. The everyday talking, singing, and back-and-forth of family life is exactly what builds language.

Early learning

Narrate your day

Simply describing what you are doing gives your child a steady stream of words attached to real life. "We are washing the red apple," or "Now we put on your bl…

Early learning

Have real back-and-forth

Conversation is a two-way street, even with a baby. When your child babbles, babble back. When they point, name the thing and respond as if they have spoken. T…

Early learning

Sing and rhyme

Songs and nursery rhymes are wonderful for language. Their repetition, rhythm, and melody make words easy to remember and fun to anticipate. Actions and gestur…

Early learning

Expand, do not correct

When your child says "doggy run," you can gently model the fuller version by replying, "Yes, the doggy is running!" This expands their language warmly without…

Early learning

Follow their lead

Children learn best when they are interested. Talking about whatever has caught their attention, rather than steering them to what you think they should learn,…

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