Can babies learn language from toys? Research tells us, over and over again, NO!
In fact,
toys that talk can possibly harm language development because parents talk less
when the baby is playing with the noisy toy. Check out this quick NPR
clip for an example of how that works.
The best way
to for a baby – or an older child – to develop language is to socially interact
with other children and adults.
TALK WITH
YOUR CHILDREN!
This is how they learn
language, social skills, and faith.
Talk to your babies, your toddlers and your preschool age children every chance you get.
Don't stop talking when they have learned language. They will learn new vocabulary and concepts from you.
Keep up those discussions going so your teens will be more likely to come to you to discuss life and faith issues.
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