The progress of listening skills should be seen in relation to other aspects of a child's development, says Penny Tassoni
It's likely that some time in your life, you have heard or even used the phrase, 'You never listen, do you?' Such phrases are commonplace and so reflect the importance that we place on listening.
Listening is an integral part of communication and a key way in which children are expected to absorb information. So, given its importance, it is worth thinking about how young children learn to listen.
Tuning in
As with most areas of child development, we need to go right back to children's first months to see how listening as a skill takes shape.
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