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– From week 1 of the Speech Calendar

"; Quotation[1] = "“Repetition is key when children are learning new sounds and words. During an activity you can repeat the same sound or word again and again. If your child enjoys a particular activity, do it over and over. ”

– From week 2 of the Speech Calendar

"; Quotation[2] = "“ Introduce simple sign language to your child. You can’t force your child to talk, but you can take their hands and teach them to sign. Sign language can reduce some of your child’s frustration when (s)he is unable to communicate needs or wants.”

– From week 3 of the Speech Calendar

"; Quotation[3] = "“Use self-talk when your child is close enough to hear. You don’t have to have your child’s full attention, just talk about what you are doing, what you hear, or what you see. For example, “Dirty dishes.” “Mommy’s washing dishes.” “Oh, lots of bubbles in water.”

– From week 4 of the Speech Calendar

"; Quotation[4] = "“Talk about what your child is doing, hearing, or seeing when your child is close by (parallel talk). Be sure to use simple words and short phrases.”

– From week 5 of the Speech Calendar

"; Quotation[5] = "“Don’t anticipate your child’s needs or wants too quickly. Allow your child the chance to communicate needs and wants. For example, place a favorite toy in sight, but slightly out of reach. Wait for your child to gesture or speak before getting the toy.”

– From week 6 of the Speech Calendar

"; Quotation[6] = "“ Use simple commands. Don’t confuse or overwhelm your child with too many words or steps.”

– From week 7 of the Speech Calendar

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