Priests’ Day- Cariñosa- Qasp Rondalyre

19th Sunday in OT
I am the Living Bread that came down from heaven.
-Jesus
Let me share an Fb post:
Here are 10 lessons from the book "Helping Children Improve Their Communication Skills" by Deborah Plummer .
1. Model Good Communication: Children learn by example. Demonstrate clear, respectful, and effective communication in your interactions.
2. Encourage Active Listening: Teach children to listen attentively by maintaining eye contact, nodding, and responding appropriately. This helps them understand and engage in conversations.
3. Expand Vocabulary: Introduce new words regularly and use them in context. Encourage reading and discussing new words to help children build a robust vocabulary.
4. Practice Conversation Skills: Engage children in regular conversations about various topics. Ask open-ended questions to encourage them to think and express themselves more deeply.
5. Teach Non-Verbal Communication: Help children understand the importance of body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice in conveying messages.
6. Role-Playing: Use role-playing exercises to practice different social scenarios. This can help children feel more confident in various communication situations.
7. Encourage Storytelling: Let children narrate stories or describe events from their day. This helps them organize their thoughts and improve their narrative skills.
8. Promote Emotional Expression: Teach children to express their emotions verbally. Use feelings charts or prompts to help them identify and articulate their emotions.
9. Create a Safe Environment: Ensure children feel safe to express themselves without fear of judgment or criticism. Positive reinforcement encourages them to communicate more openly.
10. Use Technology Wisely: Leverage educational apps and games designed to improve language and communication skills, but also limit screen time to encourage face-to-face interactions.
These lessons emphasize the importance of a supportive and interactive environment, consistent practice, and positive reinforcement in helping children develop strong communication skills.