The Million Word Gap

What is the 'million word gap'?

• The difference in the number of words heard by children who are read to and those who are not by the time they start kindergarten.

• The difference in the number of words children can read by the time they start kindergarten.

• The difference in the number of words children can write by the time they start kindergarten.

• The difference in the number of words children can speak by the time they start kindergarten.

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How many more words do children who are read to regularly hear by the time they start kindergarten?

• 1.4 million

• 1 million

• 2 million

• 500,000

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What impact does hearing a variety of words and sentences have on children?

• They learn how language works and pick up new words.

• They become fluent in multiple languages.

• They develop mathematical skills.

• They learn to sing.

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What is one benefit of children hearing more words at a young age?

• They are more likely to succeed in school.

• They become better athletes.

• They develop better musical skills.

• They become more artistic.

What might happen to children who aren't read to?

• They might start school with a smaller vocabulary.

• They might become better at sports.

• They might develop better social skills.

• They might become more independent.

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Why is it important to make time for reading aloud to children?

• It helps them build a strong foundation for learning.

• It helps them become better at sports.

• It helps them develop musical skills.

• It helps them become more independent.

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What can reading to young children help them build?

• A strong foundation for learning.

• Better artistic skills.

• Better athletic skills.

• Better musical skills.

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