Dear Parents,
Building your child’s vocabulary can be a fun and interactive experience! Here are some simple tips to help them explore and remember new words:
- Bring Words to Life
- When your child learns a new word, make it real! If it’s a thing (a noun), look at pictures of it online or in books.
- For describing words (adjectives), think of examples like a “meagre lunch” or a “diligent student.”
- If it’s about feelings, use facial expressions or hand gestures to show emotions.
- Acting out action words (verbs) is especially fun – try “prowling” like a cat or “sauntering” around the house!
- Draw New Words
- A picture is worth a thousand words! For example, to remember the word “reluctant,” your child could draw a picture of themselves hesitating to eat Brussel sprouts.
- Ask About New Words
- Encourage your child to ask questions about words they don’t know.
- Help them figure out the meaning by talking about the context, looking it up together, or using a dictionary.
- Celebrate when they learn a new word – make it exciting!
- Talk Often
- Regular conversations with your child are one of the best ways to grow their vocabulary.
- Share stories about your day, talk about routines, or recall family memories.
- When you’re out and about, discuss what you see – from signs at the supermarket to museum displays.
- Have Real Conversations
- Don’t just talk to your child, talk with them.
- Ask open-ended questions like, “What was the best part of your day?”
- The more they practice sharing their thoughts, the more comfortable they’ll feel using new words.
By turning words into fun and meaningful experiences, you can help your child feel confident and excited about language.
Happy learning!
Ms. Viviana and Ms. Sylvia