Section 3.2 Postnatal development

3.4. Language development in middle childhood

• Vocabulary grows dramatically; children understand and use more complex sentences and academic language.
• They refine grammar, punctuation, and spelling, and can write organized paragraphs and short essays.
• Reading fluency increases, and comprehension skills deepen.
• Children use language not just for communication, but also for learning, debating, and expressing opinions.
• Exposure to books, discussions, and school subjects enhances language