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Emergent Language Birth - 6 months
Language is such an important part of an infant’s life during the first 18 months of development. Brain researchers agree that the developmental of language is critical during this time period. The ability to listen, understand and eventually speak begins to develop soon after birth. A caregiver can support this development by becoming aware of the developmental stages and providing a supportive environment in which the child. The development of language will during this time will affect the child’s entire life as she begins to listen, respond and communicate.
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Listening & Understanding
Responds to a familiar voice. The child begins to turn head, make eye contact and smile when a familiar voice is heard. (EL1)
 Familiar Caregivers
Family Voices
Speaking and Communicating
Cries to express needs or sadness. The child cries to express needs of hunger or discomfort. (EL5)
Answer with Language
Soothing Music
Expresses Hapiness. The child begins to coo and laugh to express happiness and makes purposeful noise, such as babbling and gurgling. (EL6)
Respond to Smiling Attempts
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