Why Pointing Hinders Your Child's Communication And What to Do Instead

30 Jul 2025 · 2 min
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Pointing seems helpful but makes kids dependent on your gestures instead of learning to communicate independently. Use physical prompts you can gradually reduce, then teach them to prompt themselves. Deliver the prompt right after your instruction so they actually notice it.

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Start at 100% physical assistance, then reduce to 75%, then 50%, then to a minimal push.

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