TipTell me more
Challenge your child's communication skills by asking lots of questions.
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Words to remember
Increase your child's exposure to new words by talking aloud as you go through your shopping list.
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I hear you
Your child can show that she understands many words even though she can’t say them.
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Conversations count
Your baby may have been using only a handful of words before, but now she's bursting with new vocabulary. Learn how to keep those new words coming.
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Talk it up!
The research is in. When you have conversations with your child, quality and quantity both matter.
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What's the word?
Discover what words to expect now that your toddler's talking.
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DiscussionWhen should my baby say her first word?
Some babies may utter their first words as early as 9 months of age. It’s important to note, however, that learning experts differ in how they assess whether a first word has been spoken. For example, some experts suggest that the first utterance of any word that sounds like a word used by adults, such as “dada” or “mama,” counts as a ...
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The sounds of language
Becoming a lifelong reader involves far more than knowing the ABCs. It begins with children becoming sensitized to the sounds of language. The more sounds a child hears, the more words, with all their sounds, he’ll learn to say and eventually read.
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Best books for babies and toddlers
Our learning experts explain how to choose the best books for reading to babies and toddlers.
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What to read to babies
Now that we've discussed why we read to babies from day one, let's look at what to read to your baby.
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Booklist for babies and toddlers
A good book is a gift that keeps on giving. When buying books for babies or toddlers, here are a few tips from reading teacher and toddler expert Melissa Catalano.
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Expanding reading horizons
Beyond printed books, there is a world of literacy adventure to explore with your child. These guidelines will help chart a course to expanded reading possibilities.
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