Parts of the Body

This vocabulary is important for children to be able to communicate to us what happened or what hurts.  Many times, when they do not have the vocabulary or pointing gesture to “show” us what hurts children may use challenging behaviors.  This may be their way of communicating. 

Use this resource and take your child on their path for words by teaching them this vocabulary.  If your child is under the age of 18 months verbally or chronologically.  For example, they cannot yet imitate single words after you frequently then teach your child how to point to the body part you say aloud.

 For example:

• You say where is your nose? Allow them to point to their nose and you may want to make it more fun by saying “honk honk” while you touch your nose.

If your child is 18+ months this is an exciting time!  You will be able to start hearing single words and if they are 2.5 years you will hear their vocabulary explode. For your child you should be expanding on their words. 

 For example:

• You say “where is your nose?” Your child points to their nose and say’s “nose.” Celebrate with them!  Write this down in your journal and EXPAND by adding a word.  “My nose” or “I have a nose.”

 Enjoy the language learning process and remember if your child is reaching their speech and language developmental milestones advance them to their next steps! 

 If not, or if you have concerns about your child’s development do not use the “wait and see” approach.  Speak to their pediatrician soon.