The heterogeneity of language development in this population has been well documented, and although most children are delayed in the onset of their first words (Roizen 2007), others have found that some children start using
words at a similar age to typically developing children (Chapman 1997).
Not exact matches
In other
words, these kids learn
at an early
age to value that which looks really good but offers nothing else; and they seek out
similar pretty packages in adolescence.
Opportunities include offering peer education in schools, speaking to small groups of
similar age children
at local events, volunteering
at community based get - togethers, and creating unique ways to engage friends and family, and spread the
word about animal rescue.