This is a 2 part assignment
Families of young children need to understand the importance of oral language development and how they can help their child develop a solid foundation in oral language. Having a solid foundation in oral language will help young children become successful readers and writers.
Create a 12-15 slide digital presentation about oral language development in children from birth to preschool that could be shared with families during an open house at a childcare center. Include the following in your presentation:
- Describe the elements of language: phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics in the context of oral language development. Provide an example of each.
- Explain the physical and cognitive development required for normal language development in children from birth to preschool.
- Examples of 3-5 typical milestones of language development for children from birth to preschool and identify steps families could take if they have concerns.
- Explain 3-5 warning signs that there may be a language development delay and identify steps families could take if they have concerns.
- Identify atypical patterns of speech and language development that indicate signs of dyslexia.
- Explain how family, cultural, and language backgrounds affect language development in young children. Support your explanation with research.
In addition to the presentation, create a 250-500 word handout to give to families following the presentation that provides the following information:
- A minimum of five research-based developmentally appropriate strategies families can implement at home to support oral language development.
- Discuss at least three strategies families can employ at home to address potential signs of dyslexia.
- At least one local resource, one state resource, and one national resource regarding typical language development that families could use to access information and services specific to the birth to preschool age range.
Support your presentation and handout with a minimum of 3-5 scholarly resources.