Many children learn to communicate using sounds as first words: • animal sounds (moo, woof) • environmental sounds (vroom, beep) • celebratory sounds (yay, uh oh) These count as words when used independently and consistently! 💡 Why This Matters Sounds are easier to imitate and more engaging than full words. They help build: • imitation skills • vocabulary • back-and-forth interaction ✨ Try This Today • Say “uh oh” when something falls • Add “beep-beep” to cars • Use “yay!” + clapping during exciting moments Start simple. That’s how communication begins 💛