Discuss The Importance Of The Environment In Supporting Speech Language And Communication Development

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The environment in supporting speech, language and communication development is very important because you need the children’s perspective in mind. For example: areas should be available to the children inside and outside. The staff must have an area where the noise is reduced and there are less distractions so that the child is able to concentrate. There should be enough light in the room for both to see clearly so it isn’t too dark for them to see the work or your facial expressions. This is important if the child has a hearing impairment. The rooms should not have too much stuff and isn’t cluttered so that it doesn’t distract the pupils. In my settings there are a few quiet rooms for the speech and language therapists go to support the children so the distraction are kept to a minimum. There is a row of windows so there is enough

It helps babies and young children improve their balance and flexibility, improve their bone strength, heart and lung capacity. Regular physical activity and exercise and engagements is very important for a healthy brain development in babies and young children. Physical activity and movement can help stimulate the brain growth and facilitate key connections for learning. Babies would develop muscle tone over time so they could begin to crawl. Exercise and physical activity improves babies and young children’s coordination, catching and throwing skills, enjoyment, motivation and social skills. It increases energy boosts and helps stop stress and anxiety which affects positively on self esteem. Activities such as: a climbing frame, balls to roll/throw, moving to music are good to help children’s physical development. In my setting there are many activities that are planned to increase opportunities for children to improve their physical