Social learning theory by Albert Bandura explains that children imitate the words and language patterns they hear by watching and listening to the models, caregivers, and family members in their life. Some children imitate German words, others imitate Japanese words, and still others imitate English words. They repeat those sounds that are rewarded with smiles and praise and drop out those sounds that are not rewarded.
Given this theory, it is important to encourage proper language skills and help your child distinguish which are improper.
Ways to enhance language development include:
Be Responsive
Expose Your Children to New Experiences
Use the Senses
Use Language-Rich Routines
Read Books Regularly
Encourage Text-to-text Connections
Use Visuals
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