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Pause and wait

A collection of films supporting the 'pause and wait' technique for the Early Language Identification Measure and Intervention (ELIM-I) introduced for the 2 to 2 1/2 year review in England.

Exploring objects around the house

Pausing and waiting for your child to respond gives them time to show you what interests them.
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