When Mackenzie (11 months-old) pointed to the picture in the book, her teacher said, "That's a cow. That's a brown cow." Mackenzie's teacher knew about the importance of:

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Joint attention involves two or more individuals focusing on the same object or event, and it is crucial for language development. By responding to Mackenzie's interest in the picture, her teacher is engaging in joint attention, thereby supporting her learning about the world around her.

When Mackenzie (11 Months-Old) Pointed to the Picture in the Book