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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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Six Things Children Enjoy Most in Interactions
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Why Interaction Matters
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Speaking More Than One Language with My Child
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Children Learning Language: Motivation Matters
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The Power of Using Everyday Routines to Promote Young Children's Language and Social Skills
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What Do Children Say About Their Favourite Books?
Tips
School Readiness Tips: Language and Literacy
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Turning Little Books into Big Conversations
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The Power of Parents
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Featured Article
Six Things Children Enjoy Most in Interactions
Further Reading
Why Interaction Matters
Speaking More Than One Language with My Child

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."

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."

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."
For Parents
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For Early Years Consultants
Explore Early Years Consultant Resources
For Professionals
Explore Hanen Workshops
For Speech-Language Pathologists
Certification Workshops
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Featured Article
The Power of Parents

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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
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