Ask fewer questions and describe

When you walk around the house with your child, describe what they are interested in rather than asking questions.

Bath time can be a great chance to practice describing routines rather than asking questions about them.

By narrating actions rather than asking questions, you're allowing your child to hear the words they needs.

Describing the hand washing process can help children connect words to their actions.

It can be easy to ask lots of questions when getting ready, but try to cut back and describe instead.

Laundry time can be great for your child's learning. Describe all the things they pick up and feel.

Try talking your child through a game as you play together, resisting the urge to ask too many questions.

As you do sensory play activities with your little one, describe all of the textures that interest them.

Describe the process of getting dressed as your child does it, rather than asking lots of questions.

Washing up games are great fun and give you plenty of actions to describe.