From the DFE: 5 ways to boost your child's development
WE KNOW, SO LET'S MAKE THE TIME:
The more you chat, play and read with young children, the more you help develop their brain, and provide them with the skills they need for when they start school.
Wherever you are, simply chatting back and forth, answering your child’s questions, and sharing special moments together helps their brain to grow and develop secure, strong connections
Have a look here for more details:
https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk/2024/01/10/5-easy-ways-boost-childs-development/