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Every Interaction Counts

Small moments can make a big difference

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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' Checklist

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



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

Article

Six Things Children Enjoy Most in Interactions


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Video

Why Interaction Matters


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Article

Speaking More Than One Language with My Child


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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


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Article

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


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Social communication and 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!


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Article

The Surprising Link Between Early Conversations and Lasting Friendships


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Article

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


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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?


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Tips

School Readiness Tips: Language and Literacy


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Article

Turning Little Books into Big Conversations


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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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Save 10% off listed prices on all workshop registrations, e-seminars, and resources purchased by October 9th with the code INTERACT2026 


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Follow The Hanen Centre on Instagram or Facebook and engage with our specified Every Interaction Counts campaign posts to receive 20% off listed prices on everything*. 

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  3. The Hanen Cente will message you on the platform within 24 hours with a personalized code

*All workshop registrations, e-seminars, and resources purchased by October 9th. Discount excludes combos, sets, e-Books and member-only resources. The 20% social offer replaces the standard 10% campaign offer. Discounts are not stackable. 

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September Themes

Featured Article
Six Things Children Enjoy Most in Interactions


Further Reading
Why Interaction Matters
Speaking More Than One Language with My Child


Save 10% off listed prices throughout September - or save 20% when you follow Hanen and comment on the designated campaign post.

Featured Article
Six Things Children Enjoy Most in Interactions


Further Reading
Why Interaction Matters
Speaking More Than One Language with My Child


Save 10% off listed prices throughout September - or save 20% when you follow Hanen and comment on the designated campaign post.

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Ready for Your Next Step?

For Parents & Caregivers

Need help supporting your child's communication and connection? 

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For Educators

Looking for strategies for communication and early literacy?

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For Professionals Supporting Children & Families

What are you hoping to support?

Language Development | Social Communication & Autism  |  Early Literacy


For Speech-Language Pathologists

Looking for evidence-based professional learning and certification? 

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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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