6.219 LANGUAGE: Make Meaning: Model "stinky" gesture
from The Interaction Coach Hosted by Joyce Olson
The gesture for "stinky" is waving your hand in front of your face, while making a face and saying "Pew!" Its function of communication is to entertain. Many children learn it because it's funny and memorable. Today's activity: Use the gesture whenever something smelly occurs. Be dramatic. You can also use it as a comment during pretend play or when reading a book. Or take turns smelling each other's feet and commenting. Learn about the parent course — Help your child talk: Six strategies that boost your child's communication skills Get the checklists that list all the podcast skills and activities. Help more parents find the podcast—leave a review in your app. Thanks!
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