The Six Stages of Language Development in Children: A Comprehensive Guide
“Rather than books and lectures, nature itself is children’s best teacher.” – Coffey The stages of language development in children are an important area of study for linguists and child development experts alike. While every child develops at their own pace, there are six general stages of language development that many children go through. Why Continued Language Support Matters for School-Age Children 1. Pre-linguistic stage: This stage occurs from birth to approximately 12 months of age. During this stage, infants communicate through nonverbal means such as crying, facial expressions, and body language. They also begin to make cooing and...
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