Strategy 2: Introduce vocabulary in a meaningful context

Choose a vocabulary word that is useful or interesting to the child (e.g. wash, swing)
Determine the setting and/or activity the child will naturally encounter this word
Select the representation of the vocabulary word, based on Strategy 1 (e.g. object, print, braille)
When in the setting or during the activity and naturally encountering the word, pause and have a conversation with the child about the new word
Make sure to include the representation of the word in the conversation

Have you observed the child showing interest in the word? Follow the child’s interests by selecting vocabulary that relates to objects or actions the child is drawn to when exploring.
Is the vocabulary word chosen one that will benefit the child’s communication? (e.g. if the child’s family uses public transportation you might want to choose BUS as a vocabulary word rather than CAR)
Have you thought about other related vocabulary words? (e.g. for CAR related words could be lights, door, window, seat, tires/wheels, wipers, open, close, fast, slow, stop, go)
Have you considered how to allow the child to fully explore the setting? (e.g. location, mobility, others in the room)
Did the child have the opportunity to independently explore the object(s) related to the word? (e.g. touching, smelling, handling, mouthing)