What can I do at home?
90% of your child's brain growth happens before the age of 5. Right from the start, all those little moments you spend together with your child are building their brain.
Every smile, cuddle, chat and game makes a huge difference, helping them learn to communicate, develop confidence and make friends.
Find lots of ideas, easy tips and activities you can do together with your child on the NHS Start for Life Website or NSPCC's Look, Say, Sing, Play campaign.
Key Takeaways
Say what you do
Narrating daily activities and describing surroundings not only enhances language development but also strengthens the parent-child bond through shared experiences.
Make time for stories
Reading to children not only cultivates a love for literature but also expands their vocabulary and fosters imagination, setting the stage for lifelong learning.
Follow your
child's interests
Following a child's interests sparks curiosity and enthusiasm, making learning more enjoyable and effective as it aligns with their natural inclinations.
Sing Songs
Singing songs with children promotes language acquisition and memory retention through repetition while adding joy and rhythm to daily routines.
"The wider the range of possibilities we offer children, the more intense will be their motivations and the richer their experiences"
- Loris Malaguzzi (Reggio Emilia Approach)