The Power of Early Words
FREE PREVIEWNational Concern: Declining Reading Scores
FREE PREVIEWClarifying Early Literacy Success
Chapter 1 Review
Understanding Conversational Turns
The Impact of Conversational Turns on Brain Development
Interactions in Early Learning Environments
Strategies for Increasing Conversational Turns
Building Environments that Support Dialogue
Chapter 2 Review
Chapter 2 Reflection
Increasing Conversational Turns for Infants (0–12 Months)
Turning Daily Routines into Language Opportunities
Increasing Conversational Turns for Toddlers (1–3 Years)
Expanding Vocabulary Through Descriptive Language
The CROWD Approach
Increasing Conversational Turns for Preschoolers (3–5 Years)
Introducing Specialized Vocabulary
Chapter 3 Review
Chapter 3 Reflection
The Importance of Responsive Relationships
Modifying Daily Routines for Richer Exchanges
Identifying and Addressing Barriers
Sharing the Importance of Responsive Relationships
Valuing Every Child’s Voice
Sharing Responsive Relationships with Families
Chapter 4 Discussion
