Language
Language
Language skills are crucial to effective communication. Receptive Language is made up of the skills related to processing and understanding language that is said to you. Following directions, knowing the meaning of questions, and understanding vocabulary words are examples of receptive language tasks. Expressive Language is made up of the skills related to generating language and sharing thoughts/ideas/wants/needs. Describing vocabulary words, generating grammatically correct sentences, and providing appropriate answers to questions are examples of expressive language tasks.
Helpful Tip
Sentence structure is complex. It's hard for students to grasp correct order, verb usage, pronouns, etc. all at the same time. Model great, complete sentences while you're talking with your child, but choose one area on which to focus at a time.
Language Development
The American Speech Language Hearing Association - Preschool Language
The American Speech Language Hearing Association - Language Based Learning Disabilities
The Child Development Institute
Language Activities
Quia - Free games and quizzes