Promoting Language

Question 1

Active listening

Answer 1

• positive body language
• using eye contact
• responding to talk
• reflecting back
• smiling and nodding

Question 2

Encouraging talk

Answer 2

• introduce new and interesting things to talk about
• ask questions
• give time to respond
• give praise
• model language
• use accurate vocabulary and grammar

Question 3

Drawing attention to detail

Answer 3

• Talk about actions and objects
• expand on children’s vocabulary

Question 4

Accurate naming

Answer 4

• point to objects while naming
• introduce more accurate naming words as children’s language develops

Question 5

Sequencing

Answer 5

• Help children to order their ideas to form their sentences
• prompt children to retell their experiences

Question 6

Overcorrecting

Answer 6

Don’t overcorrecting Children’s attempts at language as this discourages then from speaking