Book Reading Research Articles

Relevansi Batas Usia Perkawinan di Indonesia: Perspektif Madzhab Syafi’i dan Kompilasi Hukum Islam

This research is motivated by the existence of age limits for marriage in Indonesia. The aim is for the common good in building a household built through a marriage bond, although in reality, early marriage can still be carried out by submitting a marriage dispensation through the courts for specific reasons. The focus of this research is: (1) How is the argument of the Syafi'i school of thought about the age limit for marriage; (2) How is the age limit for marriage in the Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI); and (3) The relevance of the age limit for marriage in Indonesia from the perspective of the Syafi'i School of Thought and the Compilation of Islamic Law. The type of research used in this research is library research, namely by using data from books or books that are in accordance with the title of the research as a source of study, along with reviewing and reading writings and books that are related to the object of discussion. The approach used by researchers in this writing is normative, in the sense of trying to examine the law that has been conceptualized as rules and norms that have been applied in society and become a legal reference for everyone. The results of this study, in the view of the Syafi'i School, the age limit for marriage is seen from maturity, namely when he has reached puberty. Among the signs for someone who has reached puberty is the release of semen for men, usually at the age of 12 years, and menstruation for women, usually at the age of 9 years, because for someone who has reached the nature of puberty and aqil, it means that they have become ahliyah al-ada' who can be burdened with the responsibilities of sharia such as muamalah and other transactions. On the other hand, the Compilation of Islamic Law has provided an age limit for marriage, namely 19 years for men and 16 years for women, because Indonesian scholars see several factors that limit the age of marriage, such as avoiding early marriage, which has a terrible impact on married couples. Regarding its relevance in its implementation in Indonesia, the age limit for marriage in the Compilation of Islamic Law has been determined. However, if you still want to marry under the age that has been determined, you must go through a trial process to request a marriage dispensation from the panel of judges. The opinion of the Syafi'i School can be a choice that can be considered by the panel of judges to approve a marriage dispensation, namely the adequacy of the age of puberty as one indicator of maturity.

Naturalistic patterns of sustained attention across early childhood: Developmental profiles and longitudinal associations with executive functions.

The capacity to sustain attention over time develops rapidly over early childhood and is associated with socioemotional and cognitive outcomes. However, sustained attention has largely been studied in either shared or independent contexts, leading to gaps in our understanding of how trade-offs between sustained attention to shared versus individual targets may predict later outcomes. We examined this question in a longitudinal sample of 1,290 children (49% female, 43% Black), living in predominately rural, low-income regions, using a naturalistic shared picture book reading task. Children's sustained attention to individual relative to shared targets during the book reading task was measured at 24 and 35 months. Using latent profile analysis, we identified four developmental profiles of children's attentional trajectories: three of the profiles differed in the extent that children' attention shifted toward more socially directed relative to individually directed attention; a fourth profile showed atypical decreases in both socially directed and individually directed attention across development. Importantly, heterogeneity in children's attentional profiles were associated with differences in executive functions at 48 months of age. Specifically, children who showed greater relative increases in socially directed attention had higher executive functions performance, whereas children with atypical decreases in attention showed substantial deficits in this domain. These findings reveal distinct longitudinal patterns of sustained attention in naturalistic contexts and show that heterogeneity in these patterns are robust predictors of subsequent executive functions. This person-centered approach provides novel insights into how quantitative and qualitative changes in attention may impact executive functions development and may help identify children at risk for nonnormative trajectories. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).

The authority of the printed word in the Lithuanian village of the XIX century

Gutenberg's revolutionary discovery contributed to the modernization and democratization processes of Western Europe. "In social respect typographic continuity of man brought nationalism, mass market, universal literacy, and education," states M. McLuhan. Despite obvious unfavorable circumstances, which emerged in Lithuania in the 19th century as well as in Western Europe, both society and culture started to democratize. Figuratively speaking, the Enlightenment epoch was dwelling in the air at the moment, where the printed word, the book phenomenon, occupied a very special place. It was a new form of indirect public communication for the Lithuanian peasant, which he was destined to know, "to tame" in the course of the 19th century. It is of consequence that the book, having acquired a mass, cheaper and in this sense a more affordable form, moreover, printed in the comprehensible Lithuanian language, spreads among people and becomes an evident fact of culture participation in society. The book gains authority. V. Kavolis, reasoning the issue where the authority of culture originates (the book—a concurrent attribute of culture), raises the following topical aspects: 1) "some elements of culture become reliable, important to human behavior," 2) "the authority of culture can originate from the power of its structure and its coherence. <...> We feel striking power which is in the very text or rite of culture." In the educative 19th century, there are plenty of signs recording the significance and power of the book. For example, already at the beginning of the century, the book as a significant tool of education was poetized in the texts by Dionizas Poška. In "Gramatoje pas Tadeušą Čackį," Dionizas Poška emphasizes the importance of the trilingual dictionary by K. Sirvydas, deplores the fate of many of the copies of the book, and grieves for trampling the mother tongue. It is of major importance that the peasant estate becomes aware of the authority of the book. In general, in the epoch of Enlightenment, the peasant's topic arises (the peasant becomes an object of literary portrayal as well). Interaction with the printed text (a prayer book, hymnal, fiction, calendar, map) turns into a new form of communication. It is prestigious for a richer farmer to have a book at home. The increase in the standing of the book and reading is directly linked with the rise of the school system. Partially, Lithuania reflects general European consistent patterns: "the majority of European regions, assuredly, so to say, and finally, became alphabeticized only in the 19th century, when primary schools were established wide," the "History of European Mentality" admits. The major mission of schools in that period was alphabetization. It could not have been efficient without printed books, without "a uniformly formalized educational process" (McLuhan). Surely, the most traditional area of the operation of the printed word is the Church. Prayer books and other religious publications did not require much promotion; they were willingly bought. The ability to read was rather limited for the major part of the population. They could read only "their own" prayer book, that is, the book they were taught to read (A. Kulakauskas). It is obvious that literature of religious origin performed a certain educational role, which later was taken over by primers. The publishing of Lithuanian books was not limited only to confessional or educational editions. Fiction books and books of practical attribution intended for peasant readers were started to publish in Lithuania. This is a major distinction. Buying books of the latter attribution was absolutely a voluntary, cultural gesture not supervised by any institution. This reveals the then state of literary communication in Lithuania. Gradually, the peasant's self-consciousness of the 19th century changed; there were more people who could read not only prayer books but who preferred reading for their own pleasure. There occurred the need to read books not because it was a duty or it was profitable, but because books could meet more specific needs. The peasant finds it pleasant to read and experiences some aesthetic feelings. The practice of reading "Saints' Lives" embodied these qualities already earlier. Now it is set much on reading translations of foreign authors or books by Lithuanian authors—P. Arminas, S. Daukantas, M. Valančius, or fiction by other authors. Undoubtedly, the spread of the Lithuanian printed word in the Lithuanian village is a significant token of the 19th century, never suppressed by the wrongful prohibition of Lithuanian press by Czar Russia in 1864.

The Effects of Employment Status and Daily Routines on Fibromyalgia

Abstract Introduction Fibromyalgia (FM) is a complex and debilitating condition characterised by chronic pain, fatigue, sleep and mood disturbances. This study aimed to investigate the impact of employment status and daily routines on FM symptoms. Methods This cross-sectional study included female FM patients meeting the diagnostic criteria of the American College of Rheumatology. Participants’ employment status, daily routines, FM symptoms, and psychological well-being were assessed using various scales. The relationship between the variables was also examined. Results Of the 74 female FM patients included, those who were employed exhibited better health outcomes, including reduced symptom severity and improved functionality. Engaging in exercise and reading books were associated with less severe FM symptoms. The frequency of going out during lockdown was positively correlated with FM symptom severity. House cleaning was linked to improved emotional well-being, while social media use, watching TV, and household size had no significant impact on the FM burden. Conclusion This study highlights the positive effects of employment, exercise, and reading on FM symptoms and emphasises the importance of a multi-modal approach to FM management. The findings also suggest that external stressors such as the frequency of going out during a pandemic may influence the course of FM. These insights may inform strategies to enhance the quality of life for individuals living with FM.

Children at the centre: Exploring StoryWeb relationships across home and ECE

Stories are a way that children under 3 years of age learn to share meaning with others. Most research with this age group has focused on 1:1 parent–child story relationships at home, largely book reading. These studies have positioned children in the role of story listeners rather than story tellers. Here, I explore new possibilities about the nature of story roles and relationships spanning home and early childhood education settings. I present a storyweb model to make visible the multiple ways that 1-year-old toddlers were actively engaged in weaving stories with others in a culturally and linguistically diverse community.

On language, children and books / Sobre lenguaje, infancia y libros

Understanding how children learn requires three levels of evidence: observations, correlations and experiments. Observations are necessary to allow one to describe patterns of behaviours, while correlational research is necessary to establish that the observed patterns are not due to chance and therefore suggests that they may also exist in the population. A critical integration of the accumulated evidence is necessary to establish testable models of how children learn. Then, interventions, using experimental paradigms, are necessary to assess whether the models established from the two previous steps actually account for child learning. Herein, I described the research that my colleagues and I conducted on reading books to young children — research that addressed the three levels of evidence described above. I also reviewed findings on how digital books can potentially be used to promote language and comprehension skills. Prior to doing so, however, I described the path that led me to study how children learn language from shared reading experiences. The conclusion provides avenues for future research.

Perceptions of Parents on Raz-Kid' s Role in Enhancing Students' Micro and Macro-Skills Holistically: A Study on Ishik Brayaty International Primary School in Erbil

Many educational institutions globally have adopted the motto of technology-enriched education. Among others, e-books have come to the forefront with technological developments. Accordingly, e-book apps have gained increasing popularity due to their numerous advantages. Although many studies have been conducted on e-book platforms’ effectiveness on a global scale, Raz-Kid’s influence on students’ macro and micro-skill development has not been studied in the context of Iraq. Bearing this fact in mind, this study is an endeavor to explore parents’ perceptions about a well-known e-reading app, Raz-Kids, in Erbil, Iraq, on students attending Ishik Brayaty International Primary School in the 2023–2024 academic year. Through convenience sampling, 100 parents uncovered their genuine opinions in a mixed-methods research design study. Data were gathered via questionnaire and interview, and analyzed by either SPSS 29 or NVivo. Findings demonstrated that Raz-Kids has the limitless potential to increase students’ linguistic skills holistically. In addition, parents’ and teachers’ encouragement has been considered as the triggering force to increase students’ reading rates. The study’s findings may have certain implications for the stakeholders who plan to integrate means of technology into the curriculum in a balanced way. Thus, some rational steps can be taken to eliminate the negative impacts of technology and highlight the positive aspects via well-designed e-book reading apps and more.

Effects of using mobile devices compared to reading books while defecating

This research paper investigates the comparative effects of using mobile devices versus reading books while defecating like the pre-technology period, with a specific focus on the microbial contamination associated with each activity. The study includes experiments conducted to analyse microbial surfacing on toilet seats and mobile devices, as well as books, to understand the hygiene implications of these common bathroom practices. In recent years, the integration of mobile devices into daily routines has extended to their use in the bathroom, a trend that has raised concerns about potential health risks and hygiene practices. Previous studies have primarily focused on the psychological and physical effects of prolonged bathroom usage; however, there is a paucity of research examining the microbial aspects of this behaviour. Our study addresses this gap by employing microbial surfacing techniques to quantify the levels of bacteria and other microorganisms present on toilet seats, mobile devices, and books used during defecation. Results indicate that mobile devices exhibit significantly higher levels of microbial contamination compared to books, which can be attributed to their frequent handling and surface material properties. Additionally, the findings suggest that individuals who use mobile devices in the bathroom may be at a higher risk of transferring harmful microbes to their hands, faces, and other surfaces, thereby increasing the potential for infection and illness. This paper discusses the implications of these findings for public health and personal hygiene practices and recommends strategies to mitigate the risks associated with bathroom device usage. By shedding light on the hygienic consequences of using mobile devices versus reading books while defecating, this research contributes to a broader understanding of how modern technology impacts health and daily life.

Traditional Chinese-version reliability test of the Pieper-Zulkowski pressure ulcer knowledge: Psychometric and assessment.

This study was to translate the Pieper-Zulkowski pressure ulcer knowledge test (PZ-PUKT) into Traditional Chinese and evaluate its psychometric properties as well as identify the predictors of knowledge on pressure injury. The PZ-PUKT was translated into Traditional Chinese (TC-PZ-PUKT), and its content validity was evaluated. A total of 296 nurses participated in this study and completed the 72-item TC-PZ-PUKT online. The reliability of the TC-PZ-PUKT was analysed by evaluating its internal consistency and test-retest reliability. Hierarchical regression was used to determine factors associated with TC-PZ-PUKT scores. Content validity was achieved with a score of 0.986. Internal consistency was observed to be reliable, with a Cronbach's alpha of 0.858. The mean knowledge score on the TC-PZ-PUKT was 72.5%, with a 1-week test-retest reliability of r = 0.849. Education level, certification as a wound specialist and self-learning through reading articles, books or guidelines on pressure injury were significantly associated with TC-PZ-PUKT scores. The TC-PZ-PUKT is a valid and reliable tool. Education level, certification as a wound specialist and self-learning regarding pressure injury are related to knowledge of pressure injury.

Effectiveness of a community-led shared book reading intervention in Syrian refugee children: a randomised controlled trial

Community-led, shared book reading programs may help improve refugee children’s reading abilities and attitudes towards reading. We Love Reading (WLR)—a light-touch, community-led, shared book reading program—was evaluated in a pre-registered, wait-listed, randomised controlled trial (AEARCTR-0006523). 322 Syrian refugee mother–child dyads (children: 4–8-year-olds, 50.0% female) in Jordan were tested at two timepoints, 15 weeks apart. WLR did not significantly affect child literacy or child-reported child attitudes toward reading (ps > 0.05). Mothers did report improved child attitudes toward reading from WLR (p = 0.046, η2 = 0.013). The intervention did not lead to improvements in family relationships (ps > 0.05). WLR may have promise in improving attitudes toward reading in forcibly displaced children but did not affect literacy or child-reported attitudes toward reading; these results provide insight into what changes are needed for effective shared book reading interventions in this population.

Pentingnya Membangun Budaya Literasi di Sekolah Dasar Islam Terpadu

This research aims to describe the implementation of literacy culture programs in elementary schools. This research uses a qualitative phenomenological approach. The subjects were school principals, teachers, students selected using purposive sampling techniques. Test the validity of the data using triangulation techniques by comparing the results of observations, interviews and documentation. The research results show that: 1) The policy of implementing a literacy culture in elementary schools using the government's School Literacy Movement program. This is based on Minister of Education and Culture Regulation no. 23 of 2015 which focuses on character development. (2) Implementation of literacy culture in elementary schools. This is based on the habituation stage which involves 10 minutes of reading the Koran and story books before learning. The activity development stage carried out was responding to the contents of reading books by reading independently, giving appreciation to students' literacy achievements, and having a school literacy team. The learning stage involves getting used to reading textbooks and using various strategies that support learning.

Analisis Implementasi Program Klinik Literasi GEDEBUK dalam Meningkatkan Kemampuan Literasi Siswa pada Kurikulum Merdeka

Purpose – This research aims to identify student literacy problems at SDN 4 Kedungcino and analyze the implementation of the GEDEBUK literacy clinic program.Method – This study used descriptive qualitative method. An approach that aims to describe subjects related to the conditions observed and data collection techniques in this research through the process of observation, interviews and documentation. This research was conducted at SDN 4 Kedungcino. Checking the validity of data from observations, interviews and documentation uses triangulation, where the collected data is analyzed through data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions.Findings – The research results show that after the implementation of the GEDEBUK literacy clinic program, students' literacy skills have improved. The impact of implementing this program is that students who previously still had difficulty reading are now starting to be able to read books independently fluently, then students who are still in the reading comprehension stage are now able to tell stories well according to the understanding of the books they read. The existence of this literacy program also makes the school library active again. Research Implications – The research provides important insights for improving literacy in elementary schools. However, further improvements need to be made regarding adequate literacy facilities so that the literacy program can be implemented well and optimally.

STUDI KASUS PEMANFAATAN POJOK LITERASI PRAKTIK DEAR DI SMPN 5 KEPANJEN (KETERAMPILAN MEMBACA KRITIS SISWA)

This study aims to examine school efforts in instilling a culture of literacy and practice of DEAR (Drop Everything And Read) at SMPN 5 Kepanjen with critical reading skills, the benefits obtained from the literacy corner in class, the obstacles in practicing DEAR (Drop Everything And Read) and the utilization of the corner literacy that has not had an impact on students in SMP Negeri 5 Kepanjen classes and solutions to related obstacles in optimizing the use of class literacy corners at SMP Negeri 5 Kepanjen. This qualitative research uses a phenomenological type. The research informants involved all school members, namely students, teachers and the principal of SMPN 5 Kepanjen. The results of the study show that the school is trying to instill a culture of DEAR (Drop Everything And Read), which must be done every day by students at SMP Negeri 5 Kepanjen. By habituating students to visit literacy corners, creating literacy activity programs, applying critical reading skill and trying to bring in publishers to offer a wide selection of reading books to students to be used in literacy corners as literacy materials. The reading corner functions to create a new classroom atmosphere, can also be used as a place for casual reading, fosters student creativity and can be used as a place to channel hobbies. In addition, students enjoy reading under the guidance of the teacher, because they can learn and share ideas and experiences while learning. The obstacle to optimizing the function of the literacy corner is the low introduction of a reading culture, the solution to optimizing the function of the literacy corner is that the teacher participates in providing books to be read by students, adapts to the needs of students in class and tries to complete a collection of various readings, so that when students read they do not seem boring. When they are in the literacy corner, carrying out DEAR (Drop Everything And Read) activities can create critical thinking so that they finally like reading activities.

Investigating Methods and Approaches in Teaching Reading Skills in Sepedi Home Language to Foundation Phase Learners: Primary School in the Capricorn South District

Research shows that South African learners cannot read competently compared to those from other countries. This study investigates the different methods and approaches used in the teaching of reading skills in Sepedi Home Language in Foundation Phase learners with special focus on a primary school in Limpopo Province of South Africa. The research study sought to understand how teachers apply the different methods and approaches in teaching reading in the Foundation Phase so that learners are able to acquire the skills taught. A qualitative research method was used for data collection, in particular interviews and lesson observation. Purposive sampling was used to select the participants in the study, which were the teachers and learners. Thematic analysis was used to analyse all the datasets gathered in this study. Key findings include the following: Learners have varied reading opportunities at school; they have a fairly adequate reading opportunity at home; they were generally dissatisfied with the overall reading time allowed at school; Foundation Phase teachers have a fair understanding of what teaching reading skills entail; current methods used for teaching reading are inadequate; difficulties of teaching reading to non-Sepedi speaking learners; Departmental Heads provide useful support to teachers; and that there is a need to improve the reading skills of Foundation Phase learners. The study recommends that the Departmental officials should schedule regular workshops and do class visits in Foundation Phase for monitoring and supporting teachers in order for them to improve their teaching of reading; teachers need to make sure that they prioritise reading by engaging learners to participate in various activities that involve reading, and that learners should have access to the reading books that they use at school even at home, so that they could practise reading.

Budaya Profil Pelajar Kreatif: Menumbuhkembangkan Literasi Visual Anak Panti Asuhan

Community Service Partners (PkM), namely the Abdurrahman Bin Auf Orphanage (PA. Abd R.) Nogosari District, Boyolali. P.A. Abd R. currently has 49 foster children (M=23; P=26). The main problem in PA. Abd R., knowledge related to visual literacy and creativity is less than optimal with a percentage of 42%. So that foster children have visual literacy competencies, they need development and assistance so that they can continue their education to a higher, superior and competent level. The aim of the PkM program is to empower PA foster children. Abd R. through socialization, mentoring, and displays of visual literacy creativity to form habits. The expected impact of this program is that foster child partners will have an understanding of the material, expertise, creativity and skills in making learning media. Methods for implementing the PkM program, namely socialization, mentoring and showing creativity. The results of PkM activities are 1) Increased awareness and interest in learning for foster children in a visual literacy culture through socialization, mentoring and training. 2) Increasing the visual literacy skills of foster children that are culturally oriented towards creative student profiles. 3) Adequate learning resources/visual literacy reading books in the library (provided by the PkM team, adding 29 book titles). 4) Developing creativity from activities, a) working on Pre-test questions, b) making Popup books and booklets, c) making digital posters, d) making 3-dimensional wall magazines, e) making padlets, and f) working on Post-tests.

Implementation of the Jigsaw Learning Method in Teaching the Reading of the Yellow Book for Santri at Dayah Terpadu Bustanul Arifin Bener Meriah Academic Year 2024-2025

Implementation of the Jigsaw Learning Method in Teaching the Reading of the Yellow Book for Santri at Dayah Terpadu Bustanul Arifin Bener Meriah Academic Year 2024-2025

Tarikh Falsafah al-Lughah al-Insaniyah

There are many differences in the discussion of the origin of language. The results of studies on this issue have not been conclusive due to the difficulty researchers face in reaching a consensus. So, what is the history of the origin of language in this world? There are many theories about the origin of language to answer this problem. The aim of this research is to uncover the history of the emergence of language. The approach of this research is qualitative. The researcher used the library method for her research. She collected data through documentation, which involved reading books, articles, and research related to this topic. The data analysis method used in this research is content analysis. The results of this research are that the researcher found various theories about the origin of language, including the divine theory, the convention theory, the Bow-wow theory (theory of natural sound imitation), the Pooh-pooh theory (theory of emotional exclamations), the Yo-he-ho theory (theory of vocal responses to muscular movements), and the like. None of these theories are entirely right or wrong, but language encompasses all of them.

The effects of the Quality Book Reading (NIKO) early intervention program on Turkish mothers of children with Down syndrome and their children

ABSTRACT The present study aimed to examine the effects of the Quality Book Reading (NIKO) Early Intervention Program on Turkish mothers of children with Down syndrome aged between 2 and 6 years and their children. The research was conducted using the convergent parallel mixed design with 17 mother-child dyads determined by random assignment. Nine participants were included in the control group, and eight were included in the intervention group. The research was performed online. The research data were collected through video recordings of the mother-child dyads taken during the book reading activity before and after the intervention and semi-structured interviews conducted with the mothers after the intervention. Results revealed that the NIKO Program was effective on various variables, which are primarily children’s pivotal behaviours, interactional behaviours, and book reading behaviours displayed by mothers. Parents exhibited more quality reading behaviours and these behaviours positively impacted the pivotal behaviours and interactions of children. The above-mentioned results show that the NIKO Program can contribute to the development of children with Down syndrome and is an effective tool for parents to improve their book reading habits.

Partnering with Reach Out and Read to understand families' experiences with books and their babies

AbstractObjectiveVia a research–practice partnership centering community partners' needs and goals in the research design, we examined how parent, infant, and social‐contextual characteristics relate to shared book reading frequency and perceptions of Reach Out and Read (ROR), a national physician‐to‐family program.BackgroundShared book reading is associated with higher quality parent–child interactions and enhanced cognitive and socioemotional development. However, only a small percentage of families share books with their infants daily. Understanding factors related to engagement in book sharing is necessary to create developmental messaging that reflects families' experiences.MethodParents (N = 70) in a southeastern U.S. state were recruited from two participating pediatric clinics and responded to an online survey. Regression analyses examined significant infant, parent, and social‐contextual predictors of shared book reading frequency and perceived ROR value.ResultsFindings indicated that parents' insurance, mental health symptoms, and perceptions of the parent‐provider relationship significantly predicted shared book reading frequency. Perceived ROR value was best predicted by parents' mental health symptoms.ImplicationsStrengthening the parent–provider relationship and talking with families about their needs and experiences with their infants may support clinicians in partnering with families around literacy promotion and early relational health.ConclusionResults suggest the value of considering socioeconomic status, parental mental health symptoms, and the parent–provider relationship when promoting early literacy and relationship‐building experiences during infancy.

IsiZulu-speaking caregivers' perceptions of child language stimulation.

South African children from low-income households are at higher risk of cognitive-linguistic difficulties because of multiple risk factors. Early language stimulation minimises the effects of risk factors and prepares children for literacy and learning. Understanding caregivers' perceptions of language stimulation is important because perceptions shape practices, which determine child language outcomes. This study explored the existing perceptions of language stimulation among 15 isiZulu-speaking caregivers from KwaDabeka township. A qualitative, descriptive research design was adopted and the caregivers were interviewed using a semi-structured interview schedule. The NVivo software programme supported the inductive, thematic analysis of the data. Although the caregivers held positive perceptions of language stimulation, their perceptions of benefit focussed on meeting children's basic physiological needs with less reference to the long-term benefits for literacy, employment and social integration. Providing language models, watching television, singing songs, and reading books were perceived to be examples of language-stimulating activities and techniques. The caregivers expressed a need to improve their knowledge of language stimulation and queried how they could be supported to achieve this outcome. This group of caregivers needed support to increase their awareness of the long-term benefits of language stimulation and their knowledge and use of evidence-based activities, stimuli and facilitation techniques.Contribution:Caregivers' existing perceptions could serve as a barrier to the effective language stimulation of children from low-income households in South Africa.