Halliday's Language Development Theory

Halliday's Language Development Theory emphasizes that language is a social tool used by children to communicate and make sense of their world. He identified seven functions of language that develop as children grow, including instrumental (using language to get things), regulatory (controlling others’ behavior), and imaginative (creating stories). Halliday argued that children learn language through interaction with caregivers and their environment, which helps them express their needs, feelings, and ideas. This approach highlights the importance of context and social relationships in acquiring language skills.