Language-building Tip for Parents
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Language-building Tips for Parents
If your child mispronounces a word or uses incorrect grammar, there is no need to correct him.
Respond to the mispronunciation or incorrect grammar by repeating the word or phrase correctly, and then carrying on with interaction. For example, if your child says “poon” while pointing to a spoon, respond by saying “Do you need a spoon?”, adding special emphasis to the word “spoon” as you say it. There is no need to correct your child or ask him to say the word again. By letting him hear how the word sounds, without being corrected, your child will feel encouraged and will have all the information he needs to learn the correct word when he is ready.
[Source: The Hanen Centre®]
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I
especially Love this tip! As family members and probably myself. Always
stop my daughter’s conversation to correct her or make her try say the
word correctly. It’s hard enough for her to collect her thoughts and
talk or respond without having to stop mid steam, switch gears and try
to get the word right. Great Tip on how to handle this situation and to
be able share with family members.