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Children’s language ability upon
entering kindergarten is strongly related
to early reading achievement.
 
To use language effectively, children must learn the meanings of many different words.
The number of words children know does
not significantly influence how clearly
they can communicate ideas.
Children must know the formal rules of
grammar before they can apply them to their
spoken language.
The greater the variety of language experiences a child is exposed to, the greater the child’s language ability.
The rules that govern how we put words together are referred to as syntax.
The more children talk, the more they understand
language, and the better they get at using
language.
If a child appears embarrassed by his speech, you should make every effort to correct him on each occasion.
It is important for children to learn how
to participate in conversations; however,
it is not important for the child to initiate
the conversation.
Children need many opportunities to talk
with adults who will listen attentively
and expand on what they say.
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