Expressive and Receptive Language:
Expressive: An expressive language delay or disorder means that the child has a hard time sharing their thoughts and knowledge using speech and getting their message across effectively. They may have difficulty:
- putting words together verbally into sentences or phrases
- using varied vocabulary or word retrieval
- speaking with correct grammar and verb tenses
- communicating socially
- asking questions and giving answers
- describing
- re-telling a story with events
Receptive: A receptive language delay or disorder means that the child has difficulty understanding language. They may struggle with:
- understanding basic concepts
- understanding verbal or written directions
- comprehending stories
- knowing vocabulary and figurative language meanings
- making inferences
Resources
-What Are Basic Concepts?
-Brown’s Stages
-Building Early Literacy Skills
-Promoting Oral Language Development in Young Children
-Inferences
Practice Resources and Games
-Worksheets
-K-12 Reader
-Word Retrieval
-Quia Games
-Wonderopolis (Educational Videos)
-Fun English Games
-Parent Coaching Using Household Items
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