How does a child's Language develop?

Children need to be encouraged to share information, ideas, and feelings with each other. Developing speaking and listening skills during the early years is crucial for the optimum overall development of children. Young children's language skills develop when they get lots of opportunities to listen to and speak with others. 

A few tips which can support and boost these skills in young children-

~Ask questions that encourage thinking and require more than a yes-or-no answer.

~Encourage the child to use longer, more detailed sentences by adding to what they say in conversation. 

~Use rich vocabulary, unusual or difficult words that are new to the child. 

~Follow your child's lead. If your little one seems interested in a particular picture in a book, keep talking about it. Repeat their babbles back to them, ask questions, and interact with them.

~Talk to them throughout the day. This will make them feel motivated to talk in return.

~Schedule a story time every day. Story times can also help a preschooler develop a love of reading and books and eventually speaking. 

~Engage in roleplay. Make up elaborate stories with characters, conflict, adventure, and a happy ending.

~Indulge in some Music and movement regularly. When they listen to lively songs they learn about the world around them and the rhythm of language. 

~Do not criticize the child's articulation or speech patterns. Instead, repeat their statements back to them with the correct pronunciation or word usage, not forgetting to give the child lots of praise for their efforts. 

~Plan trips and escapes. For example, a trip to the zoo, the aquarium, or a children's museum, the options are many. Outdoors can open up a whole new world for the child. As an added bonus, they'll want to learn the names of all those fascinating creatures and fun activities they experienced.

~Use the child's interests to introduce new words and concepts. 

Warm Regards,

Purva Deosugur

Early Years Coordinator

Kanakia Kids IS