4 ways to help your child learn body part vocabulary
If your toddler can already point to their nose or show you their hands, they may be ready to move on to trickier terms.
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Research shows that children who participate in more pretend play have larger vocabularies and stronger communication skills.
Learning pronouns: Why age 2 is all about “me” and “mine”
Understanding pronouns is a big socio-cognitive leap for your 2-year-old. Learn 3 easy ways to practice pronouns with your toddler.
How to expand your toddler’s vocabulary with action words
Action words help your toddler communicate their needs. Learn how to teach your toddler verbs, and which verbs to start with.
How many words should your toddler be able to say?
The average vocabulary at 18 months is about 50 words, but toddlers can say far more or fewer and still be on track.
Use your toddler’s fascination with touching things to teach language skills
Studies find that labeling an object as your child handles it can help them connect what they have in their hands to the words you say.
Combining words: a big step in language learning
Try these easy tips from language experts to encourage your toddler to say two-word phrases.
What to do when you don’t know what your toddler is asking for
Before the frustration gets to both of you, try this approach to make your toddler feel heard and build their vocabulary in the process.
Why not to correct your toddler’s speech—and what to do instead
How you respond to mispronunciations can make a difference in your child's language development.
Boost your toddler’s language skills by getting face-to-face
Try these 3 simple ways to get more valuable face-to-face time with your toddler.