How Can Parents and Caregivers Support MLU Development?
Parents and caregivers play a pivotal role in supporting language development. Here are some strategies to enhance MLU:
Reading to children: Regularly reading books exposes children to new vocabulary and sentence structures. Engaging in conversations: Encourage children to express themselves and expand on their sentences. Using open-ended questions: Ask questions that require more than a yes/no answer to stimulate complex responses. Modeling complex language: Use varied vocabulary and sentence structures in everyday interactions. Providing positive reinforcement: Praise children for their efforts in communicating, which encourages further language use.
