The development of language acquisition in children begins in the first years of life. “Human beings are born to speak (Genishi, 1998), with infants, children and even adults, often imitating, observing and listening to the various dialects to which they are exposed. Interaction and communication within the environment also play an essential role in the development of language acquisition. The repetitive use of stories, books, and the ongoing guidance of adults in their lives increases children's literacy and language development, which inevitably helps them succeed during school life and beyond (Zero to Three, 2003). This essay will describe and explore the development of language acquisition; will compare and contrast theories of language and discuss the implications of different theoretical perspectives on educators. Language acquisition is the process that allows humans to communicate effectively with each other; speaking, reading, writing and listening. It is through these communication tools that we use various arbitrary signals such as; gestures, movements and body language to convey meaning. The development of language acquisition follows three main components; Phonology, syntax and semantics, these components help us understand what linguistic level children are at and how educators and parents can support these linguistic levels (Genishi, 1998). All children's language acquisition will progress rapidly with age and improve through environmental influences and specific experiences. This could happen in both cases; an engaging and supportive learning environment/context or; healthy, positive interactions and communications with parents, teachers, or peers. The development...... half of the article ......pMcleod, S. (2014). Skinner – Operant conditioning. Retrieved January 12, 2014, from Simple Psychology: http://www.simplypsychology.org/operant-conditioning.htmlOperant conditioning-skinner. (2011). Retrieved January 15, 2014, from Learning-Theories.com Knowledge base and webliography: http://www.learning-theories.com/operant-conditioning-skinner.htmlSlanders, J. (2009, January 18). Differences between Piaget's and Vygotsky's theories of development. Retrieved January 11, 2014, from Jessica's blog: http://www.personal.psu.edu/jms5355/blogs/jessicas_blog/2009/01/differences-between-piagets-and-vygotskys-theories-of-development.htmlFrom zero to Three. (2003). What we know about early language and literacy development. Retrieved December 8, 2013, from Early Literacy: http://main.zeroto Three.org/site/DocServer/earlyliteracy2pagehandout.pdf?docID=2681&AddInterest=1145