behaviour – Baby Sign Language Classes

Behavioural strategies for preschoolers…

Max — Wed, 21 May 2025 05:55:19 +0000

From Tabitha, a clinical registrar Psychologist. Here are a few strategies when working on managing our little ones big emotions to make it easier on everyone involved. 1.Setting clear boundaries and expectations: • Use simple, directive and concise language – less is more! e.g. “use a quiet voice” rather than “when you yell in public it’s not okay.” • Demonstrate and model the…

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Case Study – Key Word Signing for better language & behaviour

Max — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 05:20:07 +0000

I’ve changed the name of the child for privacy and confidentiality purposes. This is just one example, but I’m quite sure most centres would have at least one child at their service that presents similar to Zack. Who: Zack, 3-yo, boy What: Very limited language, single words, not clear at all. No diagnosis. Reactive, aggressive behaviours of concern, including hitting, biting, screaming…

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Why language matters in behaviour management…

Max — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:31:11 +0000

As an early childhood educator, you already know how important language development is for children. But did you know that improving language skills can also lead to better behaviour outcomes? When children can express themselves clearly, they are less likely to feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or misunderstood—leading to fewer challenging behaviours. Take a moment to think about the children in…

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Sign language in early childhood education!

Max — Wed, 24 Jul 2024 06:47:37 +0000

If you’re reading this, you’re probably curious about how baby sign language could be a game-changer in child care. Well, let’s dive right in and explore why incorporating baby sign language can make a world of difference in your child care services! What is Baby Sign Language? Before we get into the benefits, let’s start with the basics. Baby sign language is a collection of simple hand…

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Signing for autism – easy & empowering

Max — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 06:55:01 +0000

Language and communication difficulties are a defining feature of autism, though the severity and details vary from child to child. For 30% of children with autism though, speech difficulties are severe and even non-verbal (You can read the research here). It’s really important that we don’t assume that because someone cannot express themselves verbally, that they have no capacity or desire to.

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The first 2 years: Language milestones & baby sign language

Max — Tue, 03 Oct 2023 06:27:39 +0000

The first two years of a child’s life are a whirlwind of growth and development, especially in the realm of language acquisition. This blog post takes you on a journey through the fascinating language milestones that mark the early years of childhood and some insight into how baby sign language fits in with the natural development of language. Please keep in mind that the ages are for general…

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