Skill· 22mo–2y· 3 min
Family Meal Conversations
Parent includes toddler in family meal conversations, modeling language and social norms while observing emerging two-word phrases, requests, and communication of ideas. The agent coaches the parent to notice language expansion, vocabulary use, and social participation during shared mealtime.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Toddler in high chair at family table during mealtime. Serve 3-4 balanced food options from family meal. Ensure toddler can see and hear everyone clearly. No special materials needed.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneCombines two wordsMind· 14mo–3y· core
- MilestoneUses several meaningful wordsMind· 15mo–22mo· stretch
- MilestoneNames familiar referentsMind· 15mo–2.3y· stretch
- MilestoneTalks About Past and Future EventsMind· 2.5y–3y· stretch
- MilestoneBeginning to talk about people and things that are not present.Mind· 16mo–2.2y· stretch
- MilestoneExpresses own preferences and interests.Heart· 22mo–3y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneNames objects in contextMind· 2.5y–3.8y· stretch
Visual example
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