Listening and Language Development Driven by Play in 0-3 Years Old
Canada · CEU points & talks · Psychologists
Play is a child’s most natural and powerful tool for learning - and for children aged 0–3, it forms the foundation of listening, communication, and language development.
In this engaging presentation, Louise Ashton draws on her experience as a Speech-Language Therapist, Audiologist, and Auditory Verbal Therapist to explore how reciprocal parent-child interactions foster the early development of auditory and language skills. This talk offers psychologists and allied professionals a unique window into the mechanisms of early listening and language acquisition, and how these are supported (or hindered) by various play experiences.
Louise highlights the importance of face-to-face, emotionally attuned interaction and provides a review of research examining the effects of electronic and “busy” toys on language-rich exchanges. She emphasises the developmental power of traditional play, while offering practical insight into supporting parents in a world increasingly shaped by technology.
The session includes a developmental breakdown of key milestones between 0–36 months and guidance on how to recognise and optimise play opportunities during these critical early years.
Sections
- Literature review
- Critical components for a session and purposeful play
- Framework for play
- Practical application for different ages
- Listening and language development driven by play in 0-3 years old
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:
- Understand how listening and language development is fostered through parent-child interaction in the first 3 years of life.
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Identify the features of reciprocal communication and its connection to theory of mind development.
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Evaluate the research on electronic toys versus traditional play in supporting language-rich environments.
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Learn how to use play therapeutically to promote communication and listening skills in infants and toddlers.
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Recognise age-specific developmental milestones and how to support parents in enhancing interaction at each stage (0–36 months).
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