Children's Language Development The Role of Parental Input, Vocabulary Composition, And Early Communicative Skills

By Brian Gibson

"Children's Language Development" delves into the intricate interplay between parental guidance, vocabulary richness, and the pivotal early stages of communication in a child's linguistic journey. This illuminating book navigates through the multifaceted role of parental input as a cornerstone in shaping a child's language prowess, exploring how the diverse tapestry of vocabulary influences cognitive development. It unravels the significance of early communicative skills, offering a comprehensive understanding of how these fundamental building blocks lay the foundation for lifelong language proficiency. Rich in insights and practical guidance, this book is an indispensable resource for parents, educators, and researchers passionate about fostering robust language development in children.

• Language: English
• Publisher: vincenzo nappi
• Release date: Dec 16, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223068600

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Chapter One

Introduction

In recent years, children's first experiences, prenatally as well as in the postnatal period, have been understood to have a significant impact on their brain and behavioral development. This has consequences for children's social, cognitive, and linguistic development. Evidence from neuroscience, biology, population health, and the behavioral and social sciences has demonstrated the interaction of genetics and the environment during the early years. The myth of the first three years has been influential in the United States, where findings regarding synapse formation in the brain, critical periods, and enriched environments have been used to influence parents and early childhood policy. Knowledge of the dynamic interplay between genetics and environment is essential regarding children with delayed or impaired language development. Although vocabulary growth is a lifelong process and is especially stimulated through reading, the impact of early word learning must not be underestimated. It is well-established that early language development lays one of the foundations for later literacy achievement, leading to positive long-term outcomes. Therefore, ensuring that children grow up in an environment conducive to language development and general knowledge is beneficial not only to individuals but also from a societal perspective. Thus, policymakers need to adopt a proactive and preventive approach, including early identification of developmental disabilities, and utilize one of the most fitting primary engines of development, namely