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Have You Talked with Your Child today

Sep 8, 2017 | Early Childhood Education, Language Development, Oral Language, Reading, Word Gap

Educators are familiar with the 30 Million Word Gap identified by U.S. educational researchers Hart and Risley. Their study revealed a remarkable difference in oral language exposures by age 3 for a child from a family on welfare compared to a child from a middle to...

The Importance of Oral Language for Literacy Success

Sep 8, 2017 | Early Childhood Education, Latest, Oral Language, Oral Language Proficiency, Reading, Word Gap

Having a solid foundation in oral language will help children become successful readers and communicators, and build their confidence and sense of well-being.