Engaging Children in Meaningful Conversation: Use Complex Language and Vocabulary

DRC Resource Type: Yes

Language: English

Resource Thumbnail: https://texasrisingstar.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/onlinecourse-1449673433.jpg

Resource Description:

The video illustrates how to offer new words and “child-friendly” definitions to engage children in rich conversations. The module includes a video and reflective questions for teachers to consider how to use complex vocabulary and expand sentences. Teachers can deepen or expand on children’s initiation by providing more specific information or building on a child’s background knowledge.

Resource URL: http://resourcesforearlylearning.org/educators/module/20/7/21/

Resource Video:

Resource Type: Video Example

Age Group: Toddler, Preschool

Related Measures:

Related Topics:

Website Section: Examples

Improvement Type:

Topic: Language Facilitation and Support

Category: Category 2: Teacher-Child Interactions

Subcategory: Category 2: Language Facilitation and Support

Measure: P-LFS-10: Extends or Models Language