In the article When it is normal for a child to learn to speakWe already mentioned that each child in a world and each one has its own rhythm. But what there are milestones that must be reached according to their age. This is the best way to know if there is a delay in language learning to tackle it as soon as possible. Let's see how he is language development in children 1-2 years.
Language development in children under 1 year
The issue of language in children is a subject that greatly worries parents. During the first year not so much since it is normal for a child not to be able to say a word. His language is limited to crying to express that he is tired, hungry, uncomfortable or feels bad.
At this stage, their physical and mental development is very fast, they grow quickly and they will increasingly want to communicate with the outside world and participate with the elderly. They start to make misspelled sounds or words to point out things in your environment that are of interest to them and thus get your attention Some children at this age are able to say monosyllables as "yes" or "no" and babble to produce onomatopoeic sounds to refer to certain objects. Together with gestures they will be your best way to communicate.
Language development in children from 1 year to 1 and a half years
After 12 months there is a revolution in their language. They will start to say his first words knowing what they say. You will start using between one and three words, and then increase your vocabulary, even saying 10 words by 18 months.
They understand much more than they are capable of speaking, but little by little they will pronounce better, gain confidence and increase their vocabulary. By 18 months, most children are able to pronounce phrases of at least two words (I want water, my ball, blue car). In a period where we see how their learning grows faster from one day to the next.
Language development in 1½ and 2-year-olds
At this stage you can already do subject and verb phrases. When he reaches 2 years of age, his vocabulary reaches 50 words more or less that will be combining to create phrases. They make many mistakes as is normal, you should not laugh at them if you do not say it well so that they learn how the correct way is naturally.
It is also normal that at this time it is called himself by name instead of using a pronoun. Their sentences are already made up of 3 words. Easily imitate sounds and words heard from older people, helping you learn easily.
How to stimulate language in children 1 to 2 years old
- To help children stimulate their language we must talk to them a lot by vocalizing correctly. Get him into the conversation and ask simple questions.
- If the child says a bad word to his form like tete to refer to a pacifier, do not repeat it badly. Repeat the same phrase but with the correct name.
- Tell him stories. In the market there are countless stories and books according to the child's age to help them learn language and vocabulary in a playful way and almost without realizing it.
- The children's songs they are also a fun way to learn vocabulary.
- Children when they are with other children Their language is also stimulated by wanting to express themselves with them.
- Don't pressure him to speak. Each child has his own rhythm and there are some who at one year old already speak like chatty and others who at two years old barely say a few words. Be attentive to the signs and if you have any questions, consult your pediatrician or a specialist to detect a possible language delay to tackle the problem as soon as possible.
Because remember ... parents are an important role in language acquisition.