Adding words to build sentences
A collection of films supporting the 'adding words' technique for the Early Language Identification Measure and Intervention (ELIM-I) introduced for the 2 to 2 1/2 year review in England.
Hanging out laundry together
Sorting laundry to hang out is a great chance to see what your child names and build phrases around it.
Looking out of the window
When your child names something they see outside, try building a sentence around it for them.
Reading books with a toddler
When sharing a story, watch out for the words your child says and add words to it to make a new phrase.
Playing the name game when out and about
When out with your child, listen for the words they say and add words to help them hear it in a short sentence.
Doing the laundry together
As you sort the laundry together, try building the words your little one says into a sentence for them.