Nurhaliza Binte Jamal

A little about me

I lead a Pre-Nursery group at a stage when children’s vocabulary can change quickly. I want to notice how a child uses words in play and conversation, then find a way to extend that talk without replacing it with an adult’s version. A sentence frame or vocabulary prompt is useful when it gives a child another way to express an idea, not when it narrows what they are allowed to say.

Language develops in many contexts, including conversations with familiar people and experiences beyond the classroom. I want teaching ideas to respect that breadth. When introducing a new word or phrase, I look for a natural opening, listen to how children respond and decide whether a prompt helps them continue their own thinking.

I am interested in resources that make language visible and manageable for teachers, especially when they offer adaptable frames or word choices. These can support a conversation, but they should not turn children’s language into a ranking or score. I prefer observation that helps me plan a next invitation while preserving the variety and confidence of each child’s voice.