General traits: Utters first words and understands simple directions. Starts to babble long sentences, says one or more words and imitates familiar noises. Is active and enjoys surprises. Starts to identify family members, familiar objects and body parts. Enjoys turning pages of familiar books and pointing to favourite pictures and repeating familiar sounds/words.
Use simple, repetitive story lines and pictures.
Continue to use nursery rhymes and add on action songs, that include movement of body parts
Introduce simple concepts of numbers, sizes etc.
Use toy books with simple activities like looking under the blanket, looking behind doors e.g. "Where’s Spot" series.
Books with few words on each page e.g. alphabet and concept books for naming of familiar objects or books that relate to familiar experiences or characters.
Participative books with surprises e.g. lift the flap, pop-up, touch & feel and turn the wheel books.
Books for bedtime, saying hello or goodbye.
