Encouraging Language

It is important to encourage language throughout your child’s young life. You can do this through self-talk, descriptive words, and by following your child’s lead in interests (click here to read more about this). Talking is the key to encourage and expand your child’s vocabulary. This can be done throughout the day by simply explaining your actions. How do you encourage your child’s language? How do you use descriptive words throughout the day? What advice do you have for other parents looking to encourage language?