6.220 LANGUAGE: Make Meaning: Model "wait" gesture

Hold your flat hand palm up and toward your child. Say the word "wait" as you make the gesture. Model the gesture frequently. Pause or do one short thing and then do something with your child. Your child's understanding of this gesture comes in handy when your child is older. Help them get used to the idea that there will be a little time to wait but if they are patient you will get to them. Today's activity: Add a "wait" into common activities. You might interrupt an activity like dressing or playing, say "wait, move away briefly to do something then come back. Do this many times during the day to model the use and demonstrate the meaning of the gesture. 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!