Language develops early in life. In fact, the simple act of your baby smiling at you is one of the signs of your child's language development. This is why parents and the home are so important for language development.
Interaction and conversation during everyday activities are the keys to excellent language skills. Here are some tips for learning language in the home:
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Talk to your child during mealtime, driving the car, bathing, dressing, cleaning, shopping, and watching TV. Ask your child to label or describe the objects in the environment.
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Keep a calendar, journal or scrapbook with your child. Have your child be aware of upcoming holidays, birthdays and school activities. This adds to your child's knowledge of his/her environment and allows for good conversation.