Groundhog Day- Life with Littles

Feel like every day is Groundhog Day? There is definitely something challenging when every day feels the same... especially when it consists of taking care of kids all day long. But there is something special about using a familiar routine and structure to teach your child language! Here are some tips to use a routine to your advantage:

1. Use the same key phrases and gestures during your daily routines (meals, getting dressed, bath time) 

2. Watch your child to begin to anticipate what will happen next and help “pitch in” to carry out the routine

3. When you child starts to anticipate what you are going to say next, gradually lengthen a pause so your child has time to chime in and direct the activity!