Snack time5 min
Snack Choices
Offer two options and hold them up so your child can see both. Pause, then respond warmly to whatever way they let you know — a look, a point, a sound or a word.
- Age
- 12 months – 3 years
- Focus
- Making requests
Everyday activities
Activities for the routines you already have
Every activity is short, needs no special equipment, and shows the age range, communication focus and rough time it takes.
Anytime2 min
Wait for Response
After you say something, count slowly to five in your head. That quiet space gives your child room to take their turn without feeling rushed.
- Age
- 9 months – 4 years
- Focus
- Turn-taking
Morning routine5 min
Getting Dressed
Name each step out loud as it happens — “socks on”, “arm in”, “all done”. Repeating the same words daily helps familiar language stick.
- Age
- 18 months – 4 years
- Focus
- Everyday vocabulary
Play time10 min
Bubble Play
Blow a few bubbles, then hold the wand still and wait. Bubbles create a natural reason for your child to ask for “more” again and again.
- Age
- 12 months – 3 years
- Focus
- Requesting more
Bedtime10 min
Reading Together
Follow your child’s lead instead of every word on the page. Talk about what they point at, and let them turn the pages at their own pace.
- Age
- 6 months – 5 years
- Focus
- Shared attention
Dinner15 min
Mealtime Talk
Describe what everyone is doing and tasting at the table. Add one or two words to whatever your child says to gently stretch their phrase.
- Age
- 18 months – 5 years
- Focus
- Expanding phrases
Age ranges are general guidance only. Children develop at their own pace, so follow your child's lead and stop any activity that feels frustrating for either of you. If you have concerns about your child's communication, speak with a qualified professional.
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