This section consists of both receptive understanding and self-expression at the infant level. There are items on articulation, grammar, and language use. For items which measure language concepts, refer to the Cognitive section. Language 72 - Tells what to do when sick, cold, hungry, etc. The child might answer yes or no, but neither answer requires a great deal of expressive language.
Some children develop speech early.
Others seem to understand some of what is said to them, but speech just doesn't appear at the usual milestones. Most of this section is straightforward. However, visually impaired children do not always develop skills which others pick up by watching. For instance, to a child with little or no vision, it may not seem important to face the teacher when having a conversation. So some additional items which are not generally included in traditional assessments are found here.