Expressive and Receptive Language Presented by: Alejandra Colón Fremont Elementary School

Bilingualism Simultaneous Language Acquisition A child is exposed to language from infancy in natural situations. Sequential Language Acquisition A child is exposed to first language, during infancy and learns a second language, at a later time.

Characteristics of Learning a Second Language Silent Period and Language Loss Silent period- Many students focus on comprehension and do very little. Language Loss- First language may slow or regress while the second language is being learned. Code Switching & Transfers Code switching- When children alternate between the two languages within a single phrase, sentence or discourse. Transfers- When students make errors that reflect the influence of their first language

Receptive Language Receptive Language is the “input” of language. Ability to understand words and language. Gain information and meaning from routine, visual information within the environment, sounds and words, concepts such as size, shape colors, and time grammar, and written information. Building Blocks include- Attention and concentration Pre-language skills Social Skills Play Skills A child typically develops receptive language first A child as a sponge who absorbs the rules and use of language before they begin to express themselves Example: we have finished our breakfast so next it is time to get dressed. Green light means go, sirens means a fire engine is coming. Cat(s). Signs in the environment

Receptive Language Improve receptive language Eye-contact Minimal instructions Simplify the language Chunk verbal instructions Repeat First/then Clarify Show Visual aids Describe Emphasize the word Play Books Activities to improve receptive language Name items Model new words Simon Says Obstacle course Feely bad game books

Expressive Language Expressive language is the “output” of language. Is the use of words, sentences, gestures and writing to convey meaning and messages to others. Enables children to express their wants and needs, thoughts and ideas, and argue a point of view to name a few. Skills include- label objects, describe actions and events, put words in sentences, use grammar correctly, retell a story, answer questions and write a short story. Ex. I had a drink not me drinked

Expressive Language Improve expressive language Play. Talk to the child Turn off background noise Face-to-Face Expand Language Books Model Activities to improve expressive language Name items together Look at books together Ask questions about what is happening in a story. Sing songs together Read stories to help model correct language use. Write letters to friends. Use pictures/drawings/photos to make a story.

Let’s Practice Receptive Language- Expressive Language- Let’s Play- I Spy (Yo espio…) Look at things you can spy in the cafeteria Expressive Language- Let’s Read Practice with the comprehension questions