1.026 LANGUAGE: Understand Words: Use names instead of pronouns

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Your child will learn people’s names after hearing them over a period of time. By the end of Level 2, your child may not look at someone when you say a name, but is learning to recognize important names. Use the name when the person is within sight and doing something interesting so your child can associate the name with the person.

Save pronouns (me, you) for later. They are tricky. Consult with your speech-language pathologist if your older child is having difficulty understanding them.

Today’s activity: Use names instead of pronouns when you narrate activities. When giving a toy or food, say the person's name as you give it to each one.