Beyond the Batteries: 4 Best Toys to Spark Your Child’s Language

As a speech-language pathologist, I’m often asked by parents: "What is the best toy I can buy to help my child talk?"

You might be surprised to learn that the "best" toys for language development usually don't have batteries, flashing lights, or a "play" button. In fact, the simpler the toy, the better.

When we look for toys for Early Intervention (ages 0-3), we look for open-ended tools that encourage interaction. Here are my 4 favorite toys for my Small Talk families: