Child Development: Preschool learning and communication
The Speech Lab - Investigating language learning
3-4 years: How does talking about the past help language skills?
Dr Saloni Krishnan helps a parent explore the effect that talking about past events has on her child's language skills.
4-5 years: How can rhyming words help children learn?
Dr Saloni Krishnan helps a parent explore how rhyming helps children to build their vocabulary and understanding of word sounds.
Let's Talk Child Talk - how preschoolers' language develops
Why are some words easier for your child to learn than others?
Does your child find some words harder to learn? Discover the amazing science behind it.
How do children learn multiple languages at once?
Does your family speak more than one language? This video explores some of the benefits.
Why your child might think you're a mind reader
Learn what 'theory of the mind' is and why your child might think you're a mind reader.
When does your child learn to talk about the past?
Has your child learned to time travel yet? Learn when children can talk about the past and future.
Is your child getting their words mixed up? Don't worry!
Don't stress if your child is getting mixed up when talking - mistakes are great!
Why do young kids as 'Why' so much? How can you respond?
Is your child asking you question after question? Find out why they ask 'Why?'!
