Learn to Talk

My First Sentences helps toddlers build the real language they need every day. From asking for more milk to saying "I need help" or "I love you," this book supports communication through real moments children experience every day.

Created by Kala Montena and inspired by early speech and language development principles, this beautifully designed book introduces 28 functional first sentences through a calm, research informed progression built specifically for toddlers ages 1 to 3.

Unlike traditional toddler books filled with cartoons and random vocabulary, My First Sentences uses real photographs, simple sentence patterns, and familiar routines to help children connect words to everyday life.

Inside you'll find:

• Real photographs that support recognition and understanding
Every lesson begins with a warm, realistic image of a child in a familiar moment. Toddlers learn by connecting language to real people, real objects, and real experiences.

• A step by step language progression that mirrors natural development
The book gently moves from two word phrases like "more milk" and "all done" to action sentences like "I eat" and "we play," then into meaningful three word expressions such as "I need help," "I feel sad," and "read with me."

• Sentence cards designed for shared reading
Each sentence is presented clearly and simply so caregivers can point to the words, model the language naturally, and repeat it during daily routines.

• Built for real life, not passive reading
Every lesson includes a simple Grown Up Transfer prompt that shows exactly how to use the sentence during meals, playtime, cleanup, reading, bedtime, and everyday routines.

• Emotional and social language toddlers truly need
Beyond vocabulary, this book helps children begin expressing needs, feelings, connection, cooperation, and early emotional understanding.

See it. Say it. Point to it. Use it.

One page. One sentence. One real life repeat.

Also includes:
• Unit review pages
• Routine transfer tables
• Parent language scripts
• A research informed "Why This Works" section
• Professional developmental guidance for caregivers

My First Sentences is part of the Kala Early Learning Library, a premium collection of real photo early learning books created to support calm, connected, and meaningful toddler learning experiences.

Ages 1 to 3