Communication and Language
Research that underpins our Early Years practice.
In this Nursery activity, the teacher joins children in their play while modelling key vocabulary and extending their ideas through interaction.
In this Reception reading activity, the teacher uses the front cover of a story to model key vocabulary and encourage children to share their ideas through carefully planned questions. By exploring illustrations, making predictions and discussing their thinking, children develop their language, comprehension and speaking skills.
In this Reception activity, the teacher leads a discussion with children as they observe a gecko, modelling key vocabulary and encouraging careful observation.
In this Reception reading activity, the teacher shares a story while using purposeful questioning to engage every child in discussion. With each child following their own copy of the book, children are encouraged to notice details, respond to questions and discuss their ideas, strengthening their comprehension, vocabulary and communication