Story time chats
1–2 yearsFamily ConnectionMaterials: Picture books
Read picture books together and pause to talk about what you see. Point to pictures and name them. Ask simple questions like where is the dog. Wait for your child to point, make sounds, or say words. Respond to whatever communication they offer.
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How to Do This Activity
Read picture books together and pause to talk about what you see. Point to pictures and name them. Ask simple questions like where is the dog. Wait for your child to point, make sounds, or say words. Respond to whatever communication they offer.
Why It Works
Shared book reading creates natural opportunities for conversational duets with shared attention, which research identifies as the key predictor of language success in young children (Hirsh-Pasek et al., 2015). This activity happens during a high sensitivity period when neural pathways for language are being solidified. The back and forth communication during reading builds the foundation for open, responsive communication patterns that last a lifetime.
Tips for Parents
Choose books with clear, simple pictures of familiar objects.
Let your child turn pages and point to pictures. Follow their lead.
Do not worry about reading every word. Having back and forth exchanges matters more than finishing the story.
Materials Needed
Picture books
Learning Methods
Language-Rich EnvironmentImitation and Modeling
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