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Ivy Waters International Standards · K.L-01

Auditory Imitation & Vocal Play

Version 2.2.0 · 2026 · © 2026 Ivy Waters International. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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K.L-01Ages 5–6 · Kindergarten · Language Acquisition

Auditory Imitation & Vocal Play

Language Acquisition (Second Language)

Your child can listen to native speakers or audio clips in a foreign language and playfully mirror the specific accents, cadences, and sounds they hear.

In real life

While traveling or listening to a language app, your child tries to copy the exact vocal tone and inflection of a local guide or speaker.

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