By 5 typically developing children are starting to develop their understanding of more abstract language and beginning to use verbal reasoning these abilities help them participate and engage in learning within the classroom and to continue to develop social skills....
Use short simple sentences; Break down longer sentences into chunks e.g. instead of saying “after you’ve hung your coat on the peg go and put your lunch box away and then come and sit on the carpet” They say “hang your coat up. Put your lunch...
Children may have difficulty understanding spoken language both at home and in the class. Things to look for; Difficulty following instructions, they may appear to understand but carry out either half the instruction or not at all. They may become angry if questioned...
Jonathan’s funny take on being diagnosed with Parkinson’s in his thirties
