Talking to your toddler

Talking to your toddler about daily activities in English can help them to absorb the language. Here are our top tips for talking to your toddler.

father and toddler at bathtime
  • Young children need time to absorb the language before they start to speak English.
  • You can help your toddler by talking about their daily activities, for example 'It's time to get dressed! Let's put on your T-shirt, one arm, two arms, that's right!'
  • Repetition is essential.
  • Your young child will start to say the phrases when they are ready.
  • You can also sing a song together about daily routines.
  • For more ideas, read our article 'Speaking English at home'.

Sing a song:
https://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/listen-watch/songs/way

Read an article:
https://learnenglishkids.britishcouncil.org/helping-your-child/speaking-english-home

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