12 printable pictograms to simplify your child's morning routine!
Karine Ross, orthophonisteThis is the first in a series of 4 articles to help you with routines.
Another Door to Language
How many parents have found themselves in the delicate situation where their 1 or 2-year-old toddler is trying to communicate something, but the words aren't clear enough or the child doesn't yet know the necessary word? These frustrating moments for both parent and child are an invitation to explore the use of pictograms to develop language.
In this article, we'll discover how these simple images can open the door to the basics of communication and strengthen children's language development, especially for those who have difficulty expressing themselves verbally.
What is a pictogram and how is it used?
A pictogram, also called a picto, is a simplified visual representation of an object, action, or concept, usually in the form of an easily recognizable image or icon. In speech therapy, pictograms are used with children in language development, similar to the use of signs in some cases.
Pictograms support oral language, facilitating the child's understanding and offering an alternative to verbal expression when it is delayed. Rather than relying solely on speech, parents and caregivers provide children with images that allow them to understand and express their daily needs.
