Be specific and concrete when talking to your child.

In other words, avoid vague words such as “stuff” and “thing” and “going to the store”.  Instead, give specific names of places and things.  Hearing the names of places gives the child much more information.

So often, others ask your child questions about plans or family members such as, “Where does your parent work?”  Your child is clueless when she frequently hears, “I’m going to work now.”

The same thing applies when children are asked a question such as, “Where do your grandparents live?”   Please give them names of places!  Slow down, pull out a map, and show them!

Be specific and concrete!