How to Support your Child’s Language Development

Parents
– and nannies – play a huge role in language development. Simply
talking to your child every day will improve their vocabulary and
help nurture their development. Toddlers usually have a good
understanding of words and sentences even if they can’t repeat them
themselves – so narrating the day and asking your child is a sure
way to develop their language and communication skills.

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Story
time

It
is never too early to read to your child, even if you start with
picture books. When showing your child you can make up interesting
fantasy stories to accompany the images and spark their imagination.
Did you know the amount of time parents spend reading to a child can
influence their future literary success? Always try and prioritise
reading over watching TV or playing computerised games. Instil a love
of books early and it should stay. Take books out on trips to see
family or long travel journeys when your child can’t be distracted.

Don’t
forget about non-verbal development

Language
development and non-verbal development (i.e. thinking and non-verbal
communication skills) go hand in hand. As important as it is to try
and improve your child’s vocabulary and ensure progression, it is
also just as important for your child to discover a thought process.
Sorting and matching puzzles is not only great fun but it will also
help with their cognitive development and understanding about shapes,
letters and numbers.

Musical
Games and Rhymes

Children
learn through music. That’s why you should sing nursery rhymes at
least once a day – Incy Wincy Spider, This Little Piggy and Heads
Shoulders Knees and Toes are all classics that have been loved across
the generations. The latter will of course also teach your child the
names of different body parts and improve co-ordination if they can
imitate you. Children TV programmes are also packed with engaging
songs which enables kids to learn on a whole range of topics.

Describe
Their Feelings

If
your child is still learning to talk then it can help to describe
their feelings in a narrative way. For example, if you can see they
are hungry or full, hot or cold, like or dislike something, then tell
them so. And repeat this over and over again. Babies need repetition
in order to figure things out. This may sound incredibly simple but
having conversations with your child will drastically encourage their
development.

Avoid
Background Noise and Distractions

When
talking to your child, background noises such as a TV programme or
another loud conversation can hinder development. It will make it
harder for your child to listen and respond, so keep the sound of
your TV and radios to a minimum.

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