Receptive Language Development, Milestones
& Speech Therapy Strategies
Receptive language refers to a child’s ability to understand words, directions, questions, and spoken language. Before children can consistently use language to communicate, they must first develop strong receptive language skills that help them understand what others are saying.
In this collection of articles, pediatric speech-language pathologist Laura Mize shares practical information about receptive language development in babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Learn how children develop listening skills, follow directions, understand vocabulary, answer questions, identify objects, and process language in everyday routines.
Whether you're concerned about a language delay, autism, late talking, auditory comprehension, or simply want to support your child's communication development, you'll find speech therapy strategies, developmental milestones, activities, and evidence-based techniques to help build stronger receptive language skills.
How To Talk So Toddlers Listen
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Teach Me To Listen and Obey 2 – DVD Review from Parent
Teaching, Not Testing – Ideas for Helping Your Child Learn Language at Home
Auditory Processing Games for Preschoolers
“Best DVD for Receptive Language Therapy at Home!”
Teach Me To Listen and Obey 1 and 2 are NOW Available!
Tips for Teaching the Pronouns “I” and “You”
Top Ten Things Your SLP May Be Too Nice to Tell You…Tips for Parents for Maximizing Therapy Sessions at Home
Guidelines for Referral for a Speech-Language Assessment for Toddlers
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