Oral Language includes the ability to understand spoken language and speak clearly to communicate with others. Developing oral language increases vocabulary and speaking skills, contributes to enjoyment and comprehension of reading, and builds listening and attention skills for school. How can I help? When you read a story, ask questions that are open-ended or require your child Read more…

Oral Language includes the ability to understand spoken language and speak clearly to communicate with others. Developing oral language increases vocabulary and speaking skills, contributes to enjoyment and comprehension of reading, and builds listening and attention skills for school. How can I help? Use words that describe what you see/hear/smell/feel. Fill a box with child-safe objects found in Read more…

Oral Language includes the ability to understand spoken language and speak clearly to communicate with others. Developing oral language increases vocabulary and speaking skills, contributes to enjoyment and comprehension of reading, and builds listening and attention skills for school. How can I help? Ask your child to connect a story to their own experiences. For example, ask Read more…

Oral Language includes the ability to understand spoken language and speak clearly to communicate with others. Developing oral language increases vocabulary and speaking skills, contributes to enjoyment and comprehension of reading, and builds listening and attention skills for school. How can I help? During everyday activities and when reading books with your child, introduce new words and explain Read more…

Oral Language includes the ability to understand spoken language and speak clearly to communicate with others. Developing oral language increases vocabulary and speaking skills, contributes to enjoyment and comprehension of reading, and builds listening and attention skills for school. How can I help? Use positional words to build vocabulary and comprehension skills. For example, play “I Spy” using Read more…

Oral Language includes the ability to understand spoken language and speak clearly to communicate with others. Developing oral language increases vocabulary and speaking skills, contributes to enjoyment and comprehension of reading, and builds listening and attention skills for school. How can I help? Create silly songs and rhymes together about things you do, places you go or Read more…