The Hanen Centre | Speech and Language Development for Children

Helping Children Who Use Echolalia

If your child uses echolalia, it can be tricky to figure out what he’s trying to tell you. But by using some specific interaction techniques, you can discover what he might be trying to say more easily, and also help him learn other ways to communicate his message.

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Helping Children Develop Language for Thinking and Learning

If your child already uses short sentences and understands simple questions, he’s now ready for you to help him take the next step in his language journey – understanding and using “decontextualized language” or “language for thinking and learning”. Here are some practical tips for helping your child develop this important language skill.

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Building Sound Awareness with Llama, Llama, Mad at Mama

Sound awareness is a critical early literacy skill that prepares children for connecting the letters they see on a page with the sounds they represent. Here's a fun strategy for building your child's sound awareness with the endearing children's book, Llama, Llama, Mad at Mama.

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