Talking more to toddlers may boost school readiness, study tests
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This study tests whether a program called LENA Start can help parents talk more with their young children to improve language skills and school readiness. About 600 families with children aged 16-30 months will either take part in the program or receive usual care. Researchers wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: William Marsh Rice University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC