Building Attention Through Shared Play & Turn-Taking

A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Early Communication
By Yasmin Akhtar, Speech & Language Therapist

Building Attention Through Shared Play & Turn-Taking is a practical guide for parents who want to improve their child’s focus, listening, and interaction skills. Written by a Speech & Language Therapist, this downloadable PDF explains how attention develops, why some children struggle to engage, and how simple, play-based strategies can build turn-taking and connection naturally. With clear explanations and easy-to-use ideas, it helps parents support attention without pressure, rewards, or constant prompting.