Preschool is a very important time in a child’s development. This is a period when children will begin to learn a lot of very important language skills. By the time a child reaches this age, he or she will have already grown a vocabulary of approximately 1,000 words, and should be able to build sentences of at least three words. Preschool language lessons will help this vocabulary expand vastly and the child will begin to learn speech skills that will build the foundation for their language comprehension throughout their educational career.
During the preschool years, speaking often becomes a favored activity. Young four and five year old children soak up words like a sponge and the vocabulary explodes. It is the responsibility of preschool language lessons to teach the child how to use these new words accurately. Children will often make mistakes until they begin to grasp the structure and organization patterns of language.
About preschool speech and language learning
When children learn preschool speech patterns, they should begin understanding the common structures and conventions of the language. This typically begins with the questions. Three and four year olds that are just beginning to test the boundaries of language and learning love to ask questions. They are naturally curious and this is a great time to teach them new words and definitions while they are willing and eager to learn.
The preschool age is a time when children not only learn new words, but they also begin to learn how to use them appropriately. Instead of saying “potty” or “bathroom”, the child will learn to ask a question or make a statement such as, “I need to go to the bathroom”. Preschools in Sydney teach young children lessons including how to structure a thought into a sentence, ask questions, and participate in a conversation by listening and taking turns.
If you have questions or concerns about preschool speech therapy contact your local doctor, who will arrange for you to see a speech pathologist. We‘ll provide you with a straightforward, efficient and very effective treatment plan targeted to your concerns.
