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Language learning
in early childhood
Stages of Language Development
Pre-linguistic Stage (0-12 months)
Babies coo and babble, experimenting with sounds.
They begin to recognize and respond to familiar voices and sounds.
Single Word Stage (12-18 months)
Children start using single words to represent objects, actions, or desires (e.g., "mama", "milk").
Vocabulary starts to expand rapidly.
Two-Word Stage (18-24 months)
Toddlers begin combining two words to form simple sentences (e.g., "want cookie").
Understanding of basic grammar rules starts to develop.
Early Multi-word Stage (24-30 months)
Speech becomes more complex, with three or more words being used together.
Sentence structure improves, and children begin to use pronouns and prepositions.
Later Multi-word Stage (30+ months)
Vocabulary continues to grow significantly.
Children start using more complex sentences and understanding more sophisticated grammar rules.
Key Factors in Early Childhood Language Learning
Biological Factors
Exposure to Language
Cultural Context
Environmental Factors
Neurological Development
Social Interaction
Cognitive Factors
Critical Period Hypothesis
Neurological Development
Strategies to Support Language Learning
Interactive Reading
Reading books to children and engaging them in discussions about the story.
Asking open-ended questions to stimulate thinking and verbal responses.
Responsive Communication
Responding to a child’s attempts to communicate, even if they are not using words.
Encouraging turn-taking in conversations.
Language-rich Environment
Providing diverse linguistic inputs through songs, stories, and conversations.
Introducing new vocabulary in context and through varied experiences.
Play-based Learning
Encouraging imaginative play, which helps children practice language in different scenarios.
Using games and activities that promote language use and development.
