Speech, Language and Communication for Healthy Little Minds: Practical Ideas to Promote Communication for Wellbeing in the Early Years

This book provides practical ideas and techniques for early years educators to support communication development and understand the relationship between communication and emotional wellbeing. It explores how emotions impact learning and communication skills, and why adult responses and communication have a direct impact on emotional wellbeing. Each chapter offers practical ideas, research, case studies, top tips, and awareness of how to support language development and emotional wellbeing of children who are struggling to communicate. It is essential reading for all early years educators.

Format: Hardback
Length: 174 pages
Publication date: 27 October 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book is a treasure trove of practical ideas and techniques aimed at empowering early years educators to support the communication development of the children in their care and to comprehend the intricate relationship between communication and emotional well-being. By delving into the science behind emotional regulation and the crucial role of adults in fostering this development, the book uncovers how emotions can profoundly influence learning and communication skills, emphasizing the importance of understanding how adult responses and communication directly impact emotional well-being.

The book is organized into chapters that offer a wealth of insights and practical strategies. Each chapter provides:

• Practical ideas that cultivate a culture of communication and connection within the early years environment.
• Comprehensive research and case studies that encourage readers to reflect on their own practice and interaction style.
• Valuable tips and ideas for promoting speech and language skills in the early years setting.
• Awareness of how to support the language development and emotional well-being of children who may be facing communication challenges.

Emotions play a pivotal role in shaping interactions, and interactions, in turn, impact communication and connectedness. This book empowers and equips the reader with the knowledge to understand what true communication and well-being look like in the early years environment. By leveraging this understanding, educators can strive to enhance long-term outcomes for children's learning and mental health, making it an essential resource for all early years educators.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032371269