Does your toddler have trouble understanding "no" and "not"? Standard language development milestones for understanding "no" and "not" reveal an infant should understand the word "no" between 6 and 9 months of age. However, sometimes parents don't have the opportunity to say … [Read more...]
Language Development: Pronouns
How can I help my three-year-old understand and use pronouns such as: I, me, you, my, and mine? It can be confusing! I usually respond with a question: Are you using pronouns when you speak to your toddler? Do you make comments or requests such as: Mommy: "Give mommy … [Read more...]
Language Delay: Activities
You couldn't help notice the quantity of words your friend's two year old son rattled off this weekend. How can you help your own two-year-old's language thrive? 1. Monitor how you talk with your child Make solid comments: "I am racing the car - zoom!" - pause to give … [Read more...]
Expanding Language Skills
My daughter says "yes" and "no" a lot. How can I help her expand her answers? Ask good questions! Your child may not have the vocabulary to tell you what she wants for lunch, but giving her the opportunity to try will help her expand her language skills. … [Read more...]
A Picture is Worth 1000 Words: Using Photo Books to Increase Vocabulary, Grammar and Narrative Skills
By Becca Jarzynski, M.S. CCC-SLP Making photo books with your kids is a fabulous way to help increase their language skills. It matters not if you are a mom simply looking for creative ways to provide your toddler with a language-rich environment or a dad looking for ways to … [Read more...]