When you do something with your child and you describe what’s happening, you're helping them link the words they hear to your actions together.
Watch this mum describing what's happening with her twins while they take a bath.
How describing what they're interested in helps your child
It helps them to:
- Hear the language they will need to talk about what interests them. This will help them learn words more quickly
- Link the words they hear to what’s happening and understand their meanings
Like lots of everyday tasks, having a bath can be a great learning opportunity for your little one.
Chat as you wash and repeat words so that they have the chance to connect the sounds of the words you're what you're saying and doing.
Talk through everything you're doing, from running the water to using soap.
Repeat words over and over like 'splash' and 'wash'.
