by Jenny Edgar | Nov 27, 2024 | Language Development
Recasting and rephrasing are two important strategies in language development that involve modifying a child’s speech in order to provide them with more accurate or complex models of language. These techniques are especially helpful in supporting children who...
by Jenny Edgar | Nov 23, 2024 | Language Development
Neuroplasticity refers to the brain’s remarkable ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life. In the case of children, neuroplasticity is particularly pronounced, as their brains are more malleable and responsive to experiences...
by Jenny Edgar | Nov 23, 2024 | Language Development
The negative impact of iPhones, iPads, and other digital devices on young children has become an important topic of concern for parents, educators, and healthcare professionals. While these devices can offer benefits like educational apps and entertainment, there are...
by Jenny Edgar | Nov 5, 2024 | Language Development
Yes, excessive screen time can potentially impact your child’s language development. Here are some ways it can affect them: Reduced Language Exposure: Excessive screen time can replace time that could be spent engaging in verbal interactions with caregivers or...
by Jenny Edgar | Jan 8, 2023 | Language Development
The most important gift you can give a young child is an expansive vocabulary. Within the joint statement of the International Reading Association and the National Association for the Education of Young Children is the assertion that, “the single most important...
by Jenny Edgar | Jan 8, 2023 | Language Development
To develop children’s expressive and receptive language it is essential that they are read to on a regular basis. Ideally, they should not only be read to, but also actively engaged in discussions about the pictures and the story itself. There are four...
