Every Interaction Counts

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Every day brings opportunities to help children communicate, connect and learn — during play, routines, conversations and time spent sharing books.


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'Every Interaction Counts' Resources

Simple ideas you can use every day.
Practical ideas for routines, play, conversations and book sharing.

Start here

A few good places to begin with the Every Interaction Counts idea.

Article

Six Things Children Enjoy Most in Interactions


Video

Why Interaction Matters


Article

Speaking More Than One Language with My Child


Language in everyday interactions

Explore ideas about motivation, following a child’s interests and building language into everyday moments.

Article

Children Learning Language: Motivation Matters


Article

The Power of Using Everyday Routines to Promote Young Children's Language and Social Skills


Autism

Explore resources about connection, people games, early conversations and family-centred support.  

Article

What Happens When You Play with Autistic Children Without Toys? More Than You Might Think!


Article

Choosing People Games that Include Your Child’s Sensory Preferences


Article

Starting Strong: How More Than Words® Supports SLPs Working with Families of Autistic Children


Early literacy and book sharing

Explore practical ideas for making shared reading more interactive, enjoyable and responsive to children’s interests.

Article

What Do Children Say About Their Favourite Books?


Tips

School Readiness Tips: Language and Literacy


Article

Turning Little Books into Big Conversations


Keep learning

When you are ready, explore a next step that fits your family, role or professional learning goals. 

Article

The Power of Parents


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Featured Article
Children Learning Language: Motivation Matters


Further Reading
 The Power of Using Everyday Routines to Promote Young Children's Language and Social Skills


For Parents
Find a Hanen-Certified Speech-Language Pathologist


For Professionals
Explore SPARK Communication™

What people are saying about SPARK Communication™

"This workshop was excellent. I think it will just strengthen our services for families as our speech-language pathologists are certified in It Takes Two to Talk."

"A very beneficial workshop. I learned so much, have tangible resources I can use and a roadmap to help guide my practice in coaching parents."

image of an adult and child interacting happily

Featured Article
What Happens When You Play Without Toys?


Further Reading
Choosing People Games that Include Your Child’s Sensory Preferences
Starting Strong: How More Than Words® Supports SLPs Working with Families of Autistic Children


For Parents
Find a Hanen Certified Speech-Language Pathologist


For Professionals
Explore Hanen 4"I"s to Socialize™

What people are saying about Hanen 4"I"s to Socialize™

"The [Hanen 4"I"s to Socialize™] approach made a lot of sense, especially when related immediately to children I am working with. Extremely relevant and helpful for my day-to-day work. There was lot of information and using videos with discussion helped me understand. Having the guide book, and access to the resources so that I can read and review the course content, will help me embed my learning."

"All the training has enhanced my learning. It was great to be able to brainstorm ideas and scenarios with others, break out into groups to practice our new learnings. The tip sheets, the action plan forms and the intervention planning forms are a great tool."

image of three children reading a picture book on the floor

Featured Article
 What Do Children Say About Their Favourite Books?


Further Reading
School Readiness Tips: Language and Literacy
Turning Little Books into Big Conversations


For Professionals
Explore Hanen Launchpad to Literacy™

What people are saying about Hanen Launchpad to Literacy™

"I loved it! The workshop was engaging and provided valuable insights into supporting literacy development. The practical strategies discussed were immediately applicable to my work, and the instructor effectively facilitated a dynamic learning environment."

“Honestly this was the best online training that I've ever completed. Although we went through lots of information, nothing ever felt rushed and we had ample time to practice new skills."

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For Parents
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For Early Years Consultants
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For Professionals
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For Speech-Language Pathologists
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Featured Article
The Power of Parents

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For Parents & Caregivers

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Why Hanen?

PRACTICAL STRATEGIES. EVIDENCE-BASED APPROACHES. EVERYDAY INTERACTIONS. 

The Hanen Centre helps the important adults in children's lives create more opportunities for communication, connection and learning during everyday interactions.

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