Put the Flashcards Away!

Posted: June 28, 2021

Instead of using flashcards to build your child’s vocabulary, try labelling objects that you see throughout your daily routines.  Your child will learn more language by seeing objects in real life and having experiences with them!  For example, when learning a concept like “heavy”, a child is much more likely to learn the word when picking up something heavy during play and you labelling it as “heavy” so they can make that connection to the meaning of the word compared to seeing a picture of something heavy like a big rock or bricks and not actually experiencing how it feels.  Remember, the best way children learn is by being actively engaged during play and daily routines and talking with their parent/caregiver about those experiences.