Talking more to toddlers may boost school readiness, study tests
NCT ID NCT04905381
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
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 will measure changes in home language environment and child development.
What this could mean
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Active substance
LENA Start Program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a low-cost, scalable way for schools to help parents boost their child's language development and school readiness.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with 600 families, and results may not apply to other communities. The program's impact on actual school performance is not yet proven.
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Alief ISD
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77072, United States
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