Learning

If you have a hard time understanding what your preschooler is trying to tell you sometimes, there are ways you can help him improve his speaking skills.

Sometime around the age of four, your child will begin to take an interest in his name. This is because he is starting to learn letters and can recognise those letters that belong in his name.

Get your child’s attention immediately by whispering to him - this let’s your child think that something fantastic is about to happen!

Most four year old children are just beginning to understand the concept that letters make words, and words tell a story.

At four years of age, most children are just beginning to understand the concept that letters make words, and words tell a story.

You will find that your child is a very willing little helper at this age. Let him help you with anything that you feel he is capable of doing - all these things will help to teach him responsibility.

A typical 4 year old child is usually able to count up to ten or more