Book details

  • Genre:children's fiction
  • Sub-genre:Concepts / Words
  • Age Range (years):6 - 8
  • Language:English
  • Series Title:Listening is Magic
  • Series Number:2
  • Pages:36
  • Paperback ISBN:9781098366179

That is Not What I Said

Listening is Magic Book 2

By Laura S Hargraves

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Overview

What we hear is not always what is meant. Children, and sometimes even adults, often misconstrue the real meaning of what is being said. This misinterpretation can lead to poor understanding and hurt feelings. Explore the art of listening with your child and discover the magic and fun of communicating with clarity!
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Description

Children, and sometimes even adults, often misconstrue the real meaning of what is being said. This misinterpretation can lead to poor understanding and hurt feelings. Explore the art of listening with your child and discover the magic and fun of communicating with clarity! It is easy to misunderstand when we are not listening to each other. What we hear depends upon what we listen to. The good news is, "That is Not What I Said" is here to help you and your children listen better!

This is a fun way to introduce listening skills to children. Each one of us , can relate to being misunderstood. This book helps children learn to listen more closely so they can enjoy their friends more. Help them see how a change in tone of voice or wording change what is heard. 

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About The Author

Laura S. Hargraves is a Speech & Language Pathologist who has worked with both adults and children throughout her career. In her efforts to help individuals develop their communication skills, it became apparent to her that listening truly was the magic that made the best communication happen. Listening is Magic was born from a desire to help improve listening skills in children and improve the connection we all seek when communicating with each other.
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