What is Early Words Together at Two?
Early Words Together at Two is a programme designed to support the communication, language, and early literacy of children aged two through evidence-based, engaging activities that enhance the home learning environment.
The programme provides training for Early Years professionals to work in partnership with parents, helping them create a language-rich home environment that supports their child’s development.
Delivered by practitioners in small group settings over five weeks, the programme empowers parents with the skills and confidence to support their child’s early language and literacy through everyday routines.
Resources
Practitioners who have completed Early Words Together at Two training can access all essential delivery resources here.
Early Words Together at Two toolkit
A toolkit with practical guidance on communication and language strategies to use with parents and carers, helping support children aged two. It also includes five detailed session plans to use when delivering the programme. Practitioners receive a printed copy at the Early Words Together at Two training, and it’s also available in a digital format.
Takeaway and try handouts
At the end of each session, practitioners give parents a takeaway and try handout with key messages to support their child’s communication development, plus simple activities to try at home. These handouts can be downloaded from the resources section or photocopied from your Early Words Together at Two toolkit.
Family register
Use this form to keep a record of which families attend each session.
Family certificate
Certificates can be printed out to give to families who have taken part in the programme.
Advertising postcard
Let families know when and where sessions are happening.
Advertising poster
Use in your setting to encourage families to sign up.
Quick tips
Quick tips for parents in 17 languages
The quick tips provide parents with ideas for helping their child develop good listening and talking skills. Here you can access the quick tips in different languages!