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Use this picture as a starting point to talk with your child.
What is happening? Is there anything they like or dislike?
Answer any questions they may have. Take time to explain any new vocabulary so your child can feel confident in using new words.
Meaning: To use your eyes to see. Week 10
Example: “Look at that little bird in the tree.”
Say it in real-life moments (mealtimes, bath, getting dressed, play). Point to what’s happening, then use the word in a short sentence. Repeat it often and ask your child to repeat it too.
Words appearing in Word of the Week have been chosen to support the DfE (Department for Education) emphasis on skills and vocabulary required for children from birth to age 5. These skills and goals are set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (EYFS), which is designed for early childhood learning.
Meaning – use your ears
Example – Listen to this story
Use this word as much as you can throughout the week to improve your child’s vocabulary.
Say it in real-life moments (mealtimes, bath, getting dressed, play). Point to what’s happening, then use the word in a short sentence. Repeat it often and ask your child to repeat it too.
Words appearing in Word of the Week have been chosen to support the DfE (Department for Education) emphasis on skills and vocabulary required for children from birth to age 5. These skills and goals are set out in the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (EYFS), which is designed for early childhood learning.
