This week's Tuesday Tip is from my article:
Communication FUNdamentals:
10 Fun Ways To Teach Children Effective Communication Skills
By JoJo Tabares
“A word aptly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver.” Proverbs 25:11 Communication skills are vital -especially in the information age. Studies show that effective communicators are happier, do better in school, are more successful and make more money than their less eloquent counterparts. So how do you teach your children to express themselves better? The FUN way!
The best way to teach children anything is to make it fun and involve as many of their five senses as possible. Here are a list of 10 games/activities that will foster effective communication skills in your children.
5. Um Contest.
Have your child talk about a familiar topic. Any topic. For example, his/her favorite activity or book. See how long he/she can keep from uttering “um”, “er”, “uh”, “like”, or “ya’ know”. This develops the child’s confidence as well as eloquence. Eliminating these “words” in your child’s vocabulary will cause the him to focus on becoming more articulate and increasing his vocabulary
DO try this at home and tell me what you think.
Do you have any fun ways you teach communication skills? Come share!
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