'Circle Time' Communication Skills for Kids
Here are 8 key communication skills to unpack with young children before exploring stories through discussion questions.
Let everyone have a turn at speaking
Don't make fun of other people's ideas; be respectful
Listen to others when it's their turn. Listening to others is how we learn
Take time to talk about and explore new ideas
Ask questions of others and listen carefully to their answers
Don't be afraid to speak up; your voice matters
If you don't agree with someone, that's okay, but don't carry the argument with you into other activities
Be kind, be friendly, be interested, be respectful and have fun!