Behaviors and Skills

• 1.6.a
  Creates a print-rich and conversation-rich environment
• 1.6.b
  Uses precise, clear language
• 1.6.c
  Uses a rich, developmentally appropriate vocabulary
• 1.6.d
  Engages in conversations with children on topics that include their experiences and interests
• 1.6.e
  Looks for ways in which pre-verbal and non-verbal children initiate communication and responds appropriately using gestures, vocalizations, words, pictures and/or assistive technologies
• 1.6.f
  Helps children extend both verbal and non-verbal conversations
• 1.6.g
  Provides a reasonable response time for all children and specific examples of how they expect children to participate
• 1.6.h
  Provides numerous, varied opportunities to develop vocabulary including conversations, investigations, field trips, books, etc.
• 1.6.i
  Reads aloud to children every day
• 1.6.j
  Encourages children to share their opinions and provides strategies that help them to articulate their opinions
• 1.6.k
  Validates and supports children's expression using various forms of documentation including video, dictation, photography, audio recording, etc.