Which is an effective technique for communicating with toddlers?
a. Have the toddler make up a story from a picture.
b. Involve the toddler in dramatic play with dress-up clothing.
c. Repeatedly read familiar stories to the child.
d. Ask the toddler to draw pictures of his fears.
C
Ritualism is a characteristic of the toddler period. By repeating familiar stories and other rituals, the toddler feels a sense of control, which facilitates communication. Most toddlers do not have the vocabulary to make up stories. Dramatic play is associated with older children. Toddlers probably are not capable of drawing or verbally articulating their fears.
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