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How To: Reach 40 Million Words

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Research tells us that children who hear 40 million words or more in the first four years of life develop early conversational skills, learn to read on time, do better in school, and have more communication opportunities in the future. Use this helpful handout for ideas on how to reach the goal of 40 million words.

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