Sock, Shoe, Coat

What you need

• their socks, shoes and small coat

How to do it

1. As you get them ready to go out, name each thing as it goes on: "sock", "shoe".
2. Hold the next one up and pause before naming it.
3. Let them pass you the next thing if they want to.
4. Name the coat last.

Why it matters

Getting dressed happens every day in the same order, so the words come round again and again in the same place.

What they're learning

Clothes words

Sock, shoe, coat: words they hear every day.

Knowing what's next

The same order each time helps them guess the next word.

Helping get ready

Passing you things gives them a part to play.

What to look for

Watch for them picking up the right thing before you ask.

A tip

If a word comes out, however unclear, say it back clearly and add one more: "ball" becomes "big ball". Never ask them to repeat it.

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