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Review of Language
In the Language and Communication section we
discussed important environmental considerations
to aid in the growth of children’s language
and their use of language. Let’s review
these considerations:
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SIT
and STAY and TALK |
| Your goal should be
to increase the amount and quality of
adult/child interactions during the school
day. Remember
to talk with every child every day. |
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CREATE
SMALL SPACES |
| Children need to
play and talk. Spaces that hold only
three or four children promote increased
language use and dialogue. |
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MOTIVATE
WITH STORY
RETELLING |
| Show children how
to retell stories by providing appropriate
supplies such as flannel boards, puppets,
and story props. It is also important
to schedule time and create spaces
for children to retell stories. |
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DIRECT
TEACHING OF
THE MEANINGS OF
UNFAMILIAR WORDS |
| When planning and
thinking about the books you read to
children, select some good, rich vocabulary
words. Be sure to include child-friendly
definitions and talk about these words. |
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INCLUDE
EXPERIENCES
IN SCIENCE AND
MATHEMATICS |
| Thematic science and
mathematics units provide rich reasons
and plenty of content for discussion
and vocabulary growth. |
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- What are the three goals to think about
for your daily schedule?
- List five important environmental considerations
to aid in the growth of children’s
language in your classroom.
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