Language 360: Everyday Language Moments Tip Sheet

Everyday moments are full of chances to build your Deaf or hard of hearing child's language. Use this tip sheet to make the most of them. It shares simple strategies with examples: offer choices and wait for your child to respond during routines like snack time, play repetitive turn-taking games and let your child lead, bring objects to eye level and sign together to build shared attention, and celebrate and expand on whatever your child communicates. Use it as a friendly guide to weaving language into your family's day.