car
This is a car.
← All first-word topicsTransport
Out in the world · AGES 3–5 · WITH A GROWN-UP
Transport
Things that take us places.
Explore these pictures with a grown-up. Listen and point to a vehicle you have seen, or make a gentle pretend movement.
LOOK · LISTEN · SAY
Our picture words
Tap Listen to hear the word and sentence. A grown-up can read them aloud too.
Audio plays only when you tap.
bus
This is a bus.
bicycle
This is a bicycle.
train
This is a train.
aeroplane
This is an aeroplane.
boat
This is a boat.
Grown-up tip for this topic
Aeroplane and airplane mean the same thing; plane is a common short form. Bicycle is often called bike. Transport is also called transportation. The train picture shows its front engine.
LET’S PLAY TOGETHER
Listen. Look. Choose.
Hear or read the prompt together, then tap a picture. Take your time.
Picture 1 of 3
Point together, or tap a picture.
A lovely moment of learning.
You explored three pictures together. Now try the off-screen activity, or enjoy the pictures again.
Try the off-screen activity ↓NOW TAKE THE WORDS INTO YOUR WORLD
Make a pretend journey
Sit together and pretend to ride a bus or a train. Say, “Here is a bus.” Your child can point to a drawing, make a sound or join in with a word.
Stay in a safe play space. No trip outside or real vehicle is needed.
Choose another topic whenever you’re ready →FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS
You make the learning meaningful.
Stay with your child, talk about the pictures and follow their interest. Saying a word is optional: pointing, gesturing and listening are welcome. Use your home language alongside English.
How much should we do?
Choose just a few words to begin. There is no target score, streak or required finish. Pause for real-world play and stop when your child is ready.
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