Saying
What words are worth
You'll soon start to notice a huge improvement in your toddler's communication skills as words evolve into phrases and requests.
Don't be too concerned if he doesn't seem to be using lots of words because at this stage he'll understand far more than he can actually say. Rather than producing fully formed sentences, he'll start by using single words to explain what he wants, like "cup" for "I want my cup" and "teddy" for "give me my teddy".
Eventually he'll start putting two words together like "play me" when he wants you to play with him, and will begin to listen with great interest to what you're saying.
At this stage, he's more than likely to want to join in nursery rhymes and songs - so it's a good idea to refresh your memory and recall your own childhood favourites.
