“Teaching children to speak” is an exciting and emotional journey. Children learn and use language from the first day they are born, from the first glance they make at their parents, the first babble until they can speak long sentences, and even debate on the topics they want. On that journey, parents have probably heard many “folklore” sayings about teaching children to speak. This article will share with parents some of the “folklore” sayings and misconceptions about children learning to speak.