The more you expose your child to language, the stronger his verbal
skills will be. Language acquisition is a gradual process that involves
many facets of development including listening, imitating facial
expressions, playing peek-a-boo, and babbling. Your child will learn
language naturally by hearing it used in context when you sing, read,
talk, and listen to him.
Kindermusik tips for…
Your Baby: At two months, he coos and babbles. In his first year, he’ll begin making vowel sounds (oohs and aahs)
and then move to new sounds and vowel-consonant combinations. Your
baby is also learning the art of conversation. Bring your face close to
his, and talk to him. Ask him a question and let him respond. He is
learning that conversation is a two-way street.
Your Toddler: In a verbal growth spurt, your
toddler’s vocabulary expands from about 50 to 200 words. When your
toddler displays emotion, give him the language to identify it: “You’re
happy!” or “I can see you’re sad.” You’ll enhance his emotional
intelligence as well as his vocabulary.
Your Preschooler: Playing rhyming games is a fun way
for a preschooler who is developing phonemic awareness – the
recognition that sounds make up words. Encourage him by making up
rhymes and laughing together.
Enrolling in early childhood music and movement classes is one of
the very best ways you can enhance early literacy development in your
child. We happen to believe that Kindermusik is the best choice! But
don’t just take our word for it… come try a free preview class on us.
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