Send us your thoughts about this week's episode!Early intervention can change the trajectory of a child's life by addressing developmental concerns before they compound and affect a child's academic, social, and emotional wellbeing.• Developmental milestones serve as guideposts for tracking a child's progress from ages 2-5• By age 2, children should use simple two-word phrases and be understood about 50% of the time• Age 3 milestones include longer sentences, group play, and blossoming imagination• By age 4, children typically recognize colors and numbers and tell simple stories• Age 5 milestones include clear speech, counting objects, and following multi-step directions• If concerns arise, parents should trust their instincts and seek free evaluations through early intervention programs• Children who receive speech therapy before age 3 are twice as likely to reach age-level skills by kindergarten• Waiting until kindergarten often means more intensive, longer-lasting services and potential academic struggles• Parents can support development through daily reading, narrating activities, and maintaining routines• Teachers should use visual schedules, model behaviors, and maintain open communication with familiesEvery small step forward is a really big step for a child. Be sure to share this episode and join me next week for a brand new Tuesday Talks.Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. New episodes every Tuesday! Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslpLike, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email at [email protected]! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Our Words Matter Consulting

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