Developing and supporting language skills for young children

90% of a child’s brain development occurs before they are 5 years old, and studies show that most children with language difficulties at age 5 continue to struggle even 10 years later. So what can parents, nannies and educators do to develop children’s language skills before they begin school?

Care for Kids outlines how children’s skills are developed, and what you can do to encourage this, including reading, describing, and facilitating extended conversations.

Read the full list of ways you can support a child’s language development on Care for Kids.

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