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Bubbles are not only great fun but a way to introduce action words like 'pop' and 'float', 'up' and 'down'.

When your child is playing with differently coloured toys, name the different colours for them.

Don't just look around on your next walk, keep an ear out for all sorts of sounds too.

Repeating words for parts of the face helps children learn them, especially when combined with actions.

This easy sensory box for your little one can be made with items from around the house.

Try making a sensory collage with your little one.

Try singing and clapping with your baby to help them start making connections between words and actions.

Using only 2 everyday objects, you can make a really fun musical instrument for your little one.

How made noisy toys can be fun - they also offer a chance to learn!

Children love to sing songs and the rhyme and repetition are great for learning words.

Singing a lullaby is a great way to relax and bond.

Having a singsong with family members, in any language, is a brilliant way to bond.

Clapping games are great for teaching children about rhythm.

Even routing tasks like doing the laundry can be a chance to involve and chat with your child.

Try letting your baby make simple choices about food and drink.

Try talking to your baby all about the everyday things they take and interest in.

By talking through parts of your routing, they'll learn all sorts of words for different actions.

Books are great for talking about all sorts.

Supermarkets are full of fun things to see, touch and talk about.

Use bathtime as an opportunity to learn new words.

Easy ways to introduce your different languages into everyday chat.

Hiding games are fun ways of introducing words for places, like 'under' and 'inside'.

A simple game of peekaboo is great for your child's development.

Try playing with building blocks and chatting as you go.

Make a homemade ribbon pull toy out of everyday objects to help with baby's motor skills.

A great game to get children practicing lots of different words for objects.

Pretend play with teddies and toys is a great way for children to practise language around routines.

Taking turns is a valuable skill for conversation and socialising.

Pausing at playtime can develop listening skills and encourage communication.

Copying sounds and actions is a step towards copying words.

Why simple game at home are great for your child's development.

A cardboard box can provide lots of fun and a chance to practise saying the names of different toys and objects.