Receptive language is the ability to understand what others say.
It includes:
- Understanding words, sentences, and questions
- Following instructions
- Making sense of stories or conversations
Please open this link by Speech Pathology Australia to see milestones by age.
Signs your child might need support:
- Needs instructions repeated often
- Doesn’t seem to understand without gestures
- Gets confused with simple directions
How you can help:
- Use short, clear sentences
- Give instructions one step at a time
- Use visual supports (gestures, pictures)
If you’re unsure, contact here to speak with More to Say Speech Pathology to discuss your child’s needs further.