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Feed Me Words Your baby is always listening. Are you talking? Help your child's brain grow by feeding them lots of loving words!

Try this simple language boost today 👇Notice what catches your child’s attention and join them there.If they’re rolling ...
09/21/2026

Try this simple language boost today 👇

Notice what catches your child’s attention and join them there.

If they’re rolling a car, talk about the car. If they’re watching a bug, talk about the bug. If they’re stacking blocks, describe what they’re doing.

Following your child’s lead makes it easier to connect words with something they’re already interested in—and turns everyday play into an opportunity for language learning.

Kids Count data reminds us that children don’t need complex programs to begin learning. They need caring adults who talk...
09/18/2026

Kids Count data reminds us that children don’t need complex programs to begin learning.

They need caring adults who talk, listen, and respond.

Your words help shape a child’s future—every single day.

(Source: Alabama Kids Count 2025)

Car rides are full of things to talk about! 🚗Notice what you see and describe it with simple words and phrases:“The ligh...
09/14/2026

Car rides are full of things to talk about! 🚗

Notice what you see and describe it with simple words and phrases:
“The light is red.”
“That truck is so big!”
“We’re turning this way.”

You don't need a special activity to build language. Talking about what your child sees and experiences helps connect words with the world around them.

Try this small language shift 👇Instead of: “Put it away.”Try: “Put the blocks in the basket.”Using specific words helps ...
09/07/2026

Try this small language shift 👇

Instead of: “Put it away.”
Try: “Put the blocks in the basket.”

Using specific words helps children understand what you mean while also building vocabulary. Instead of relying on words like it or that, name the objects and actions whenever you can.

Small changes in everyday conversations can add up to lots of language learning!

You don't have to be perfect. You just have to be present.Recent research found that fewer families are finding time to ...
09/03/2026

You don't have to be perfect. You just have to be present.

Recent research found that fewer families are finding time to chat, play, and read together each day, often because of busy schedules, financial pressures, and other everyday challenges.

If you're a parent or caregiver, here's your reminder:

✨ Every conversation matters. ✨ Every story counts. ✨ Every playful moment builds your child's brain.

Whether you're talking during a car ride, reading a favorite bedtime book, singing while folding laundry, or playing a quick game before dinner, those little moments help build the language and literacy skills children need to thrive. 💙

You don't need expensive toys, elaborate activities, or extra hours in the day. Just a few intentional moments of TALK, READ, SING, and PLAY can make a lasting impact.

You've got this, and we're here to help.

09/02/2026

MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday joined Alabamians and people across the country in mourning the passing of Dolly Parton, whose extraordinary life and legacy touched generations through her music, generosity and unwavering commitment to children and families. “Dolly … Continued

Try this simple language boost today 👇After you ask a question or make a comment, pause for a few seconds.That little bi...
08/31/2026

Try this simple language boost today 👇

After you ask a question or make a comment, pause for a few seconds.

That little bit of wait time gives your child a chance to think, respond, or take a turn in the conversation.

Sometimes the most powerful thing we can say is... nothing at all.

Play isn’t separate from literacy—it’s part of it. When adults talk, describe, and follow a child’s lead during play, th...
08/27/2026

Play isn’t separate from literacy—it’s part of it.

When adults talk, describe, and follow a child’s lead during play, they support the language skills that reading depends on.

Play builds meaning.

Meaning builds readers.

The Feed Me Words team is saddened by this loss. We will always love you, Dolly!!
08/25/2026

The Feed Me Words team is saddened by this loss. We will always love you, Dolly!!

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