Exploring Vocabulary Development of European and Latin American Spanish-Speaking Children: Insights from the Wordbank Dataset

This paper presents a study on vocabulary development in children, focusing on European and Latin American Spanish-speaking populations. The research was conducted as part of a data analysis class with a specific emphasis on data visualization using R Studio. Vocabulary development plays a critical role in language acquisition and cognitive growth in children. Understanding the variations in vocabulary development among different populations is crucial for gaining insights into the language acquisition process and identifying potential linguistic and cultural influences. The primary objective of this study is to explore and compare the vocabulary development across different age groups among European Spanish and Latin American Spanish-speaking children. By addressing this research question, we aim to contribute to the existing knowledge on vocabulary development and provide valuable insights into the linguistic differences between these two populations.