Building strong language skills from the first words
Language is the foundation of learning, thinking, and social connection. This module covers language milestones, evidence-based strategies to boost vocabulary, bilingualism, identifying delays, and creating a language-rich home environment.
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Understanding the remarkable progression from cooing to complex sentences—and what drives it.
31 completedPractical strategies proven to boost vocabulary—no flashcards or apps required.
31 completedThe cognitive benefits of bilingualism and how to raise bilingual children effectively.
31 completedWhen to be concerned about language development and what to do if you notice delays.
31 completedPractical strategies for maximizing language exposure in daily life.
31 completedHow bilingualism physically reshapes the brain, why executive function gets a boost, and the different sensitive windows for phonemes, accent, grammar, and vocabulary.
31 completedDebunking persistent bilingualism myths, preserving heritage languages against generational loss, and practical strategies for raising multilingual children.
31 completed5 questions to reinforce what you've learned
3 printable tools
Month-by-month receptive and expressive language milestones from birth to 5 years
Practical strategies for raising a bilingual child — even if only one parent speaks the second language
Clear age-based markers for when to seek a speech-language evaluation
Start with Lesson 1 and work through at your own pace. Each lesson builds on the previous one.
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