Meaning: keeping something in your mind so you don’t forget it.
Examples:
“Remember to bring your water bottle.”
“Can you remember where your coat goes?” “
You remembered to put your book away.”
Why it matters for Reception
Remember is useful classroom vocabulary because children are increasingly expected to remember simple instructions, routines and where their belongings go. It supports Communication and Language as well as growing independence and self-regulation.
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.