Home learning environment
Your child will learn so much from you in their first years, and beyond. Every day conversations, imaginative play, and reading together all help your child as they learn to talk. Check out our activities page to see what's happening near you.
Your local library
Taking a trip to the library is a good way to entertain a toddler and encourage their love of reading. Look at our map of libraries, and borrow picture books, board books and story sacks, all for free. You can also collect a Bookstart bag, or join a storytime session for under 5s.
Speech and language
Tiny Happy People from BBC has lots of simple activities and play ideas to help you develop your child's language skills.
Words for Life from the National Literacy Trust has lots of activities you can view by theme or by age range. You can also sign up for their newsletter.
Speech and language therapy have lots of information and suggested activities on their website.
If you are worried about your child's language you can speak to your health visitor, your childcare setting or school.
Incredible Years Pre-School
Our Incredible Years Pre-School course gives parents and carers information and skills to support their child's development. If you'd like to find out more, please contact your local hub to find out what is happening near you soon.
