Get Your Toddler Talking — Tips From a Speech-Language Pathologist

Tips to Help Your Child Talk From a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist

Expressive language: sending a message

Receptive language: understanding a message

When Playing at Home:

• Have your child request items

• Describe what you and your child are doing

• Have your child ask and answer questions

How Can I Work on Expressive Language Skills at Home?

• Read books with baby

• Play with bubbles

• Use toy sets, such as farm, train, or car sets

• Encourage pretend play

How Can I Work on Receptive Language Skills at Home?

• Give child directions

• Play games with directions

• Say what you see

• Include child in cooking

• Answer questions while reading

Communication skills start at home! Practice every day as part of your daily routine.