Using Simple Speech

As a parent, it's important to use simple speech when talking to your child. This means using short, easy-to-understand words and two-word phrases to help them learn and understand language. By using simple speech, you can help your child develop their vocabulary and language skills, which will benefit them as they grow and develop.

One way to incorporate simple speech into your daily routines is during mealtime. You can name the foods and drinks you're eating, as well as the utensils and dishes you're using. Use words like "yummy," "more," "hot," and "cold" to describe the food and drink. This can help your child learn new words and understand the concepts of temperature and taste.

When cooking or baking, use simple speech to name the kitchen items you're using, the ingredients, and the actions you're doing. For example, you can say "stir," "mix," "sprinkle," "shake," "pour," "roll," "cut," or "slice." You can also describe textures like "sticky," "wet," "gooey," "squishy," and "crunchy."

During hand washing, use simple speech to name the actions you're doing, like "wash," "scrub," and "rinse." You can also use words like "bubbles," "wet," "dirty," and "clean" to describe the process.

During bath time, use simple speech to name body parts and describe the actions you're doing, like "wash," "scrub," and "dry." You can also use words like "soap," "bubbles," "sponge," and "water" to describe the bath.

When brushing teeth, use simple speech to name the items you're using, like "toothbrush" and "toothpaste." You can also describe the actions you're doing, like "brush," "rinse," and "spit." Use words like "clean," "wet," and "dry" to describe the process.

During dressing, use simple speech to name clothing items and describe the actions you're doing, like "put on" and "take off." Use words like "help," "push," "pull," "buttons," and "zip