Skill· 22mo–2y· 3 min
Short Statements Storytime
Parent engages child in conversation about recent events, then draws pictures together about what they discussed. The agent coaches the parent to observe how child uses one- and two-word phrases to communicate about past experiences — building narrative skills, vocabulary, and conversational turn-taking.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Parent and child sitting comfortably facing each other. Paper and crayons within reach but not yet in use. Quiet environment with minimal distractions.
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· Step 2
- MilestoneUnderstands simple questionsMind· 14mo–2.2y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneBeginning to talk about people and things that are not present.Mind· 16mo–2.2y· core· Steps 2, 3
- MilestoneUses several meaningful wordsMind· 15mo–22mo· stretch
- MilestoneNames familiar referentsMind· 15mo–2.3y· stretch· Step 3
Visual example
Coming soon