Discover the magic of language development with 'Talking Baby: Helping Your Child Discover Language'. Written by renowned experts in children's language acquisition, Margaret Maclagan and Anne Buckley, this insightful guide delves into the fascinating process of how children learn to talk. With a comprehensive exploration of speech development, the book highlights the critical role that parents and grandparents play in fostering their child's linguistic skills. Learn why babies may cry with an accent or how easy it is to encourage speech through everyday interactions. This essential parenting resource offers practical suggestions and real-life examples designed to assist you in nurturing your child's communication skills. Addressing common concerns, the authors answer key questions: Why does my child use incorrect pronunciations? Is 'baby talk' beneficial? When should I start reading to my child? How can non-native speakers best support their children’s English skills? With 192 pages of valuable insights and tips, you will gain confidence in guiding your child's early speech development and comprehension. 'Talking Baby' is a must-have for any parent eager to support their child's linguistic journey. Available in a brand new paperback format and published by Canterbury University Press on 30-11-2019. Enjoy hassle-free shipping from our Auckland location with no unexpected import costs or custom charges; we are pleased to combine shipping for your convenience.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 148 x 210 mm
Pages: 192
Bind: paperback
Authors: Margaret Maclagan, Anne Buckley Publisher: Canterbury University Press
Publication Date: 30-11-2019

In this fascinating and informative book, Margaret Maclagan and Anne Buckley - two specialists in children's language development - explain the subtle and extraordinary process in which children learn to talk and the very important role that parents and grandparents can play. Combining a comprehensive understanding of speech development with fascinating scientific facts - did you know that babies cry with an accent? - Talking Baby offers numerous practical suggestions and real-life examples of how parents can best help their children to learn to talk. The authors also provide many ideas for 'talking' topics, as well as ways to use the everyday things in life to encourage children's comprehension and speech. Drawing on their combined 40 years’ experience, the authors also address some of the more commonly asked questions by parents such as: * Why is it that my child can imitate a word accurately but continues to use the wrong pronunciation in his speech? * Do second and other children talk later than first children? * My 18-month-old child isn't saying anything. Should I be worried? * Is it better to use grown-up language to talk to young children than ˜baby talk"? * How early can I start reading to my child? * English isn't my first language. How can I help my children to speak it well? * My child is repeating words a lot, especially when excited- does this mean she's stuttering?

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