{"product_id":"talk-to-me-baby-how-you-can-support-young-childrens-language-development-second-edition-9781598579208","title":"Talk to Me, Baby!: How You Can Support Young Children's Language Development, Second Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Betty Bardige | Joanne Knapp-Philo\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Brookes Publishing Company\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Brookes Publishing Company\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Education\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith Thirty Million Words and other early language initiatives making headlines, the message is clear: \u003cb\u003eTalking to young children matters.\u003c\/b\u003e But \u003ci\u003ehow\u003c\/i\u003e you talk to children makes a big difference--and this friendly, down-to-earth guidebook shows you how to engage with kids in ways that directly support their language skills and overall development. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeveloped by celebrated early education expert Betty Bardige, the second edition of this warm and wise book takes you on a fascinating tour through six stages in a child's language development--starting with baby babbles and ending with kindergarten literacy skills. You'll get \u003cb\u003ecritical new research and updates\u003c\/b\u003e in every chapter, plus an invaluable \u003cb\u003etoolbox of downloadable resources\u003c\/b\u003e that help you put the strategies into practice. A must-have for all early childhood professionals and parents, this book is your guide to playful, engaging talk that supercharges young minds and sets the stage for school success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDISCOVER HOW TO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elearn the language of pretend play and storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einclude children in conversations--even when they're too young to talk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erespond effectively to the questions children ask and the stories they tell \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eboost language skills with fun games and activities that build on children's natural curiosity \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eselect playful, age-appropriate books, songs, and poems to share and enjoy together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eengage children of diverse backgrounds and temperaments \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexplore the language challenges children might encounter and how to help them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehelp bilingual children develop skills in both languages \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreate language-rich communities where children's literacy skills flourish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHAT'S NEW: \u003c\/b\u003e Strategies based on up-to-date research; expanded focus on developing toddlers' language skills; and new emphasis on supporting children from low-income families. You'll also get a practical collection of downloadable resources: updated study guides for each chapter and handouts in English and Spanish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes downloadable, printable handouts in English and Spanish: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Power of Play Talk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby Babbles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst Words, First Stories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOff Like a Rocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat Will They Think of Next? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom Language to Literacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Brookes Publishing Company","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47574415016087,"sku":"9781598579208","price":3130.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781598579208.webp?v=1774895389","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/talk-to-me-baby-how-you-can-support-young-childrens-language-development-second-edition-9781598579208","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}