From First Steps to First Words: How Walking Sets the Stage for Talking
November 27, 2024
Around the same time babies start walking, they also start talking. Is it just a coincidence? Nope! Find out how walking affects children’s communication development, and get some tips for interacting with your child during this important time in their life.
Comments vs Questions: Are You Striking the Right Balance for Your Child?
November 26, 2024
To make conversations last longer, it’s a good idea to swap out some of your questions for comments. Making comments that are based on your child’s interest is one of the best ways to encourage them to communicate. Here’s how to do it!
How to Build a Strong Foundation for Your Child's Language Skills
May 27, 2020
Did you know that interaction is the most important foundation for your child’s language learning? Learn how to engage your child in the kinds of back-and-forth interactions that set the stage for the best language learning.
Talking to Young Children Makes a Big Difference!
May 28, 2014
How many words does your child hear in a day? A study by researchers at Stanford University confirmed that children who hear more words in a day have better speech-processing skills. And the better children’s speech-processing skills, the faster they can learn new words and build the large vocabularies that set the stage for success in school.