Speech and Language Development Checklist Ages 6-36 months

Understanding your child's speech and language development is essential as they grow from infancy through their toddler years. Communication skills evolve rapidly during the first few years of life, and each child progresses at their own pace. However, there are general speech and language milestones that can serve as helpful benchmarks to ensure your child is on track.

This Speech and Language Development Checklist is designed to guide parents and caregivers through the typical stages of language acquisition for children aged 6 months to 36 months. By following this chart, you can monitor your child’s progress, identify any areas where they might need additional support, and find practical tips to encourage their communication skills at each stage.

Whether your child is just beginning to babble or starting to form full sentences, this checklist will help you understand what to expect and how to actively support their speech and language journey.

Remember, there is a difference between the Average and the Milestone when it comes to speech and language development. A milestone reflects a skill that 90% of children in that given age group can produce where the average reflects a skill that 50% of children in that age group can produce.