communicating with young children

http://cals.arizona.edu/pubs/family/az1038.pdf

Effective communication with children, young people and families The text below is taken from the Common core of skills and knowledge for the children's workforce. You can also download a PDF version of the document.

Good communication is central to working with children, young people, their families and carers. It is a fundamental part of the Common Core. It involves listening, questioning, understanding and responding to what is being communicated by children, young people and those caring for them.

It is important to be able to communicate on a one-on-one basis and in a group context. Communication is not just about the words you use, but also your manner of speaking, body language and, above all, the effectiveness with which you listen. To communicate effectively it is important to take account of