Talking to Children: Why Some Mothers Do It More

Posted on May 12, 2008  |    Language and Communication, research   | Keywords:

UNC FPG Child Development Institute

Noel and Mom 6 monthsHow a mother cares for her baby may determine her child’s future vocabulary and language abilities, regardless of a family’s economic status.  Research shows that from a very young age, children are influenced by the way their mother’s verbally interact with them.

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One Comment to “Talking to Children: Why Some Mothers Do It More”

  • June 23, 2010 at 11:55 am
    Vera Bruder says:

    I met Mr Terry in Itupeva, SP Brazil and I am researching in your site. I am curious about language development texts.
    Thank you!
    i couldn’t download this pdf file:
    How a mother cares for her baby may determine her child