Picture cards do more than help children ask for what they want. Learn how visual supports can reduce frustration, support language development, and give children another meaningful way to communicate.

Your child seems to understand everything you say but isn’t using many words. Learn the difference between receptive and expressive language, what signs to watch for, and when it may be worth seeking more information.

Learning letters doesn’t have to mean worksheets, flashcards, or formal lessons. Discover simple ways to build early literacy through play, conversation, movement, and everyday experiences.

Sometimes the simplest way to support communication is to say less and wait a little longer. Learn how giving your child a few extra seconds can create more opportunities to respond, participate, and connect.

Shared attention may look like a simple moment between you and your child, but it plays an important role in early communication. Learn what joint attention is, why it matters, and how it develops through everyday interactions.

Does “ba” for ball count as a word? What about animal sounds or signs? Learn what really matters when recognizing your child’s early words and communication attempts.

When children become overwhelmed, communication is often one of the first skills to become harder to access. Learn how to recognize early signs of dysregulation and support your child before big feelings become a meltdown.

Story time can support much more than early literacy. Learn how comments, conversations, and following your child’s interests can turn shared reading into a rich opportunity for language development.

Building your child’s language doesn’t require special toys or complicated activities. Try this simple reminder to create richer conversations during everyday moments with your child.

Asking questions is a natural part of talking with young children, but too many can turn conversations into a quiz. Learn how making more comments can create richer, more natural opportunities for language and conversation.

It can be hard to know when communication differences are simply part of a child’s individual development and when they deserve a closer look. Learn what patterns to watch for and when it may be time to ask questions.

Parents hear a lot of advice when they have concerns about their child’s communication development—but not all of it is accurate. Let’s look at five common myths about speech delays and what parents should know instead.

Wondering whether your child should be talking more by now? Learn what “late talker” means, what communication development can look like, and why your child’s progress over time matters more than comparisons.