Matching Pairs Language and Literacy MatchOnline version Match each term from our Language and Literacy key vocabulary to its appropriate definition. by Renae Mattson 1 Receptive Vocabulary 2 Expressive Vocabulary 3 Private Speech 4 Collective Monologue 5 Balanced Bilingualism 6 Syntax 7 Emergent Literacy 8 Overregularize 9 Heritage Language 10 Phonological Awareness 11 Pragmatics 12 Academic Language The words a person can understand in spoken or written language. Adding a second language capability without losing one's heritage language. The skills and knowledge usually developed in the preschool years, that are foundational for the development of reading and writing. To apply a rule of syntax or grammar in situations where the rule does not apply. For example, “the bike was broked”. The language spoken in the student’s home or by members of the family. Children’s self-talk, which guides their thinking and action. Eventually, these verbalizations are internalized as silent inner speech. The order of words in phrases or sentences. The entire range of language used in elementary, secondary, and university level schools, including words, concepts, strategies, and processes from academic subjects. A component of emergent literacy that involves detection of rhyme, manipulation of symbols, and manipulation of individual phonemes. For example, a child can tell you words that rhyme with “hat.” The rules for when and how to use language to be an effective communicator in a particular culture. Form of speech in which children in a group talk but do not really interact or communicate. All the different words a person uses in speaking and writing.