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%u00a9 Elklan Training Limited 2023Speech and Language Support for 3-5s8.9.2a Play For Language Check (Georgia)Ages and stages Level of Imaginative Play Add examples of the child%u2019s play - describe what you are observing Level of Language we might expect Add examples of the child%u2019s language/communication that you have heard the child sayExploring objects and situations The child looks, hears, feels, smells and tastes things to try and work out what they are. E.g. reaches out and grabs a muslin and puts it in his mouth. Pre-intentional communication. He will move/make sounds in response to changes e.g. may cry because he wants a drink. (0-5mths)Recognises objects as part of a situation Shows some recognition of the object and what might happen next. E.g. gets excited when he sees a favourite toy. Anticipatory communication. Child will move and make sounds before something happens so you know he recognises the %u2018event%u2019. (5-11mths)Uses everyday objects on himself The child shows an understanding of an object by using it appropriately. There is no pretending. E.g. lifts a cup to his mouth. Uses non-verbal communication and sounds to give a purposeful message. He will be trying to %u2018tell you something%u2019 through words or NVC. (8-20mths)