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Little Moments, Big Connections: Early Communication and Interaction Toolkit

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Age range: Preschool (3-4) · Reception (4-5) · Year 1 (5-6)
Updated: October 2026

About this resource

A practical, play-based toolkit to help adults notice, pause and respond to children who are developing their earliest communication skills. It values every way a child communicates, including movement, gesture, facial expression, vocalisation, symbols and AAC, and it doesn’t depend on speech or eye contact. Twelve simple activities show you what you need, what to do, the language to use, what you might notice, and how to adapt each one. Adult prompts and a simple observation record help you reflect and choose a next small step. Includes (8 pages): Adult guidance on supporting early communication 12 activities across 4 areas: Shared Attention, Anticipation and Requesting, Imitation and Turn-Taking, Understanding and Early Words Adapt and include ideas for every activity Adult interaction prompts Observation and Next Steps record A4 PDF, ready to print or use on screen. Use alongside communication plans, family knowledge and professional advice.

What's inside

What's included.

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Adult guidance on supporting early communication
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12 activities across 4 areas: Shared Attention, Anticipation and Requesting, Imitation and Turn-Taking, Understanding and Early Words
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Adapt and include ideas for every activity
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Adult interaction prompts
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Observation and Next Steps record