When we think about children learning to talk, it's easy to focus only on words. But communication is much more than that. Communication is about how we connect, share, and understand each other.
Think about babies: we know that crying is one way they communicate. But they also learn to take turns, play with sounds, make eye contact, and share attention with someone else such as looking at the same toy or picture with you. These are all important early communication skills.
The activities in this section focus on developing these early, essential skills through play and everyday routines. By supporting children to notice, respond, and share moments with others, we help them build the motivation and understanding they need for confident communication later on.