157 - Empowering Toddlers’ Speech Development with Jill Urbine

In this episode, Erica Saccoccio discusses the importance of supporting toddlers with speech challenges in early childhood education settings. She is joined by Jill Urbane, a coach and expert in toddler speech development. They discuss common signs of speech delays in toddlers, the impact of untreated speech delays on a child's overall development, and practical strategies for supporting toddlers with speech challenges.

Takeaways

• Great leaders support their team, teachers, parents, and children in early childhood education settings.
• Speech delays are the number one developmental delay for young children.
• Common signs of speech delays in toddlers include limited vocabulary, lack of progress compared to peers, difficulty understanding instructions, limited use of gestures, and preference for nonverbal communication.
• Untreated speech delays can lead to behavioral issues, social skills difficulties, and cognitive development challenges.
• Childcare leaders can support toddlers with speech challenges by understanding the necessary parts of speech development, recognizing the unique wiring of each child, and implementing strategies that work for the child's temperament and communication style.
• Early screening and intervention are crucial for supporting children with speech delays.

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