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How to Use the Word ‘Star’ to Build Speech and Language Skills

How to Use the Word ‘Star’ to Build Speech and Language Skills

Word of the WeekLia KurtinJune 2, 2025Word of the Week

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Kids need practice with emotions words more than ever right now.⁣
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Make a point to comment on how you think your child might be feeling during the day.⁣
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"Look at that drawing! You must feel so proud"⁣
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"I see you're having trouble

You may not think spending time blowing bubbles can help your child that much. ⁣
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But children learn so much in these little moments.⁣
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You're doing more than just teaching them words. You're teaching them that they are important.⁣
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It truly is th

Quick tip - use visuals to help build simple phrases.⁣
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Having a visual to go with your spoken words can prompt kids to add more to what they say.⁣
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Use a card, or simple toy like a block, as a place marker for each word. ⁣
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Cards like these are

What are associations?⁣
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"The process of forming mental connections or bonds between sensations, ideas, or memories".⁣
- Merriam-Webster Dictionary⁣
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Teaching kids how two or more things are related helps to build language. ⁣
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Having str

"Go" what a powerful (and fun) word to work on. Here are a few ideas for how to use the word "go" during your day.⁣
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Before cleaning up toys (make it a game) - “Ready, set…. GO!”⁣
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On a swing - Hold them and p

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