In this episode, we are going to talk about language expansion strategies for your child. These are strategies that can be incorporated into play and everyday activities and routines to promote language development. I will have a special guest join me to talk through some of the strategies and I will be asking her some questions. We are also going to be talking about ‘core words’ and how you can use them during your play interactions to help your child incorporate these words into their daily life and communication.

You can find resources used to develop this podcast below. 
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Language expansion techniques for parents to use at home. (2013). Retrieved from https://www.speechbuddy.com/blog/speech-therapy-techniques/language-expansion-techniques-for-parents-to-use-at-home/
“Play is the work of childhood”. (2019). Retrieved from https://advantagespeech.com/blog/play-is-the-work-of-childhood
The importance of play for speech and language development {with tips}. (2018). Retrieved from http://www.playingwithwords365.com/the-importance-of-play-for-speech-and-language-development/
Swanson, J., Raab, M., & Dunst, C. J. (2011). Strengthening family capacity to provide young children everyday natural learning opportunities. Journal of Early Childhood Research, 9(1), 66-80. doi:10.1177/1476718x10368588
5 ways to get your toddler talking. (2020). Retrieved from https://pathways.org/daily-toddler-communication-activities/