Language and Literacy Development

The professional working with young children supports children's language

Resources & Media for Understanding Competency 1.6

a

Creates a print-rich and conversation-rich environment
b

Uses precise, clear language
c

Uses a rich, developmentally appropriate vocabulary
d

Engages in conversations with children on topics that include their experiences and interests
e

Looks for ways in which pre-verbal and non-verbal children initiate communication and responds appropriately using gestures, vocalizations, words, pictures and/or assistive technologies
f

Helps children extend both verbal and non-verbal conversations
g

Provides a reasonable response time for all children and specific examples of how they expect children to participate
h

Provides numerous, varied opportunities to develop vocabulary including conversations, investigations, field trips, books, etc.
i

Reads aloud to children every day
j

Encourages children to share their opinions and provides strategies that help them to articulate their opinions
k

Validates and supports children's expression using various forms of documentation including video, dictation, photography, audio recording, etc.

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