Oral language is the foundation of literacy development, sharping children’s ability to think. During this one-day workshop, educators will discover how everyday interactions can become powerful opportunities to foster oral language development, vocabulary, and communication skills. 

Through classroom routines, play, reading, writing, and intentional teacher talk, educators will learn how to expand children's thinking, enrich vocabulary, and foster authentic dialogue that supports literacy development.

Topics Include:

• Oral language as a foundation for literacy learning.
• Using books, play, and daily routines as purposeful opportunities for language growth. 
• Intentional teacher talk that expands children's thinking and vocabulary.
• Supporting all learners in becoming confident communicators.
• Developing and sustaining language and literacy-rich learning environments.