Talking to the Learner

Talk as much as possible to the learner about things that are going on around them, things that they see, hear or feel. Ask questions and encourage them to respond.

PURPOSE

This activity helps with conversation. Casual conversation about things they can perceive through other senses helps the learner connect their auditory and neural pathways. Helps them understand sound and words and gives them an incentive to speak themselves and participate.

• Step 1

  As you help them with their daily activities, talk the learner through them, describing things they can see, taste, feel, and hear.

• Step 2

  Try using the same words to describe something multiple times.

• Step 3

  Ask them conversational questions and encourage them to respond.