Toddlers Who LISTEN: Crucial Developmental Steps to Success - Part 1

Today's episode we kick off a two-part series on developing ESSENTIAL listening and understanding skills in your toddler. I guide you through the first five milestones crucial for fostering amazing listening abilities in your little ones.Key Takeaways:Follow NOVEL Commands:Encouraging your toddler to understand and act on new instructions.Follow 2-Step Directions Related to Objects:Helping your child process and execute simple, sequential tasks.Understand NEW Words Daily:Supporting your toddler in learning an average of 9 new words per day, expanding their vocabulary.Demonstrate ACTION Words on Request:Teaching your child to recognize and perform action words, enhancing their comprehension.Sort Objects into Categories:Developing your toddler's ability to categorize and organize objects, a key skill in understanding instructions.Discussion Highlights:The importance of nurturing listening skills through interactive play and everyday routines.The role of positive reinforcement and cheerleading in reinforcing these skills.How these milestones build a strong foundation for your child's neurological ability to process spoken language.The dangers of talking AT your toddler instead of WITH them, which can undermine their learning process.Special Features:Erin's CHEAT SHEET: A valuable resource summarizing today’s episode into easy-to-reference points. Perfect for busy parents who want to reinforce and practice these milestones with their toddlers at home, and share with family members.Subscriber Perks: Sign up for our email list to be the first to know about special guests and exclusive content. Don't miss out on any updates!Sign Up for the Cheat Sheet: Get your hands on Erin's ‘CHEAT SHEET’ by clicking the link HERE. Stay Tuned for Part 2: Join us in the next episode as we continue exploring the remaining milestones for developing outstanding listening skills in toddlers.SUBSCRIBE and SHARE: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave us a review, and share it with other parents. Together, we can build a community of empowered and informed parents.Episode Links:Sign Up for Erin's CHEAT SHEETSUBSCRIBE to Our PodcastLeave a REVIEWSHARE this EpisodeConnect with Us:email: connect@HyerLearning.comFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram