The purpose of this web site is two-fold, first to provide information and resources for those interested in expanding their communication skills, and second to provide an introduction to the NAEYC Seminar session "What you say, is what you get!"  We hope all visitors will explore the content and find useful information.Throughout this site we refer to techniques for talking with children.  In our experience, these strategies are easily transferable and work well with staff and families.  Try them and see!

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The seminar uses hands-on activities, role play, large and small group discussion to explore how questions effect behavior, self esteem and learning.

What we say to children effects:

• Behavior
• Self Esteem
• Relationships
• Leaning

 

Venture forth with out guilt!	Un-Guilt
How effective is it to tell children   what we don't want them to do?	Power of "No"
The invented language of teachers.	"Teacher-ese"
Investigate the four steps in making   changes!	Process of Change