5 Simple Tips to Support Communication Skills

Communication is at the heart of human connection. For children, developing speech and language skills is key to making friends, expressing needs, and thriving at school. Sometimes, kids need extra support to strengthen their communication skills – and the good news is, small changes at home can make a big difference.

5 Practical Tips:

1. Model language – Use clear, simple sentences when talking. For example, if your child says “car,” you might expand with “Yes, a red car is driving.”

2. Pause and wait – Give children time to process. A few extra seconds can be all they need to respond.

3. Use visuals – Pictures, gestures, and signs provide extra cues to support understanding.

4. Follow their lead – Join in your child’s play and add new words to match their activity.

5. Celebrate efforts – Praise attempts, not just perfect words. Encouragement builds confidence.

Communication development is a journey, and early support can lay the foundation for lifelong success.

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