How Reading Can Help With Language Development Children with Down Syndrome are language delayed. This has to do with both physical and mental limitations.
Printed words can help a child break down the complex process of language by giving visual cues.
But before a child can say a word they must first be able to vocalize. Teaching the alphabet is a great way to help with vocalization. And before a child can vocalize they must hear the sound numerous times. Studies have shown that children as young as 6 months are already listening to and organizing sounds for later use. Once a child has mastered vocalization they then can start on words.