Skill· 10mo–12mo· 2 min
Book Talk and Sound Play
Parent reads a simple children's book with their child, pointing out familiar characters like 'mama' and 'papa' and encouraging imitation of simple syllables. The agent coaches the parent to observe early word attempts, sound imitation, and interactive communication — building foundational language skills through shared reading.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Parent and child sitting comfortably together with a children's book. Child should be alert and able to see the book pages. Choose a book with simple, clear pictures of people or animals.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneCopies sounds or wordsMind· 10mo–20mo· core
- MilestoneCopies heard wordsMind· 8mo–20mo· core· Steps 1, 3
- MilestoneUses parent-specific nameMind· 10mo–15mo· core
- MilestoneUses single meaningful wordsMind· 8mo–20mo· stretch
- MilestoneBabbles with consonant soundsMind· 5mo–10mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneResponds to a speaking personHeart· 0mo–14mo· core· Steps 1, 2, 3
Visual example
Coming soon