- Identification of animals
- Recognition of animal names
- Spelling of animal names
- Phonetic sounds of animal names
- Building vocabulary
- Developing communication skills
For continued development, parents can encourage their child to draw pictures of the animals they have named and label them with the correct spelling. They can also play games such as "I Spy" using animal names to reinforce recognition and vocabulary. Reading books about animals and discussing their characteristics can also enhance language development.