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Why conversation?
Why conversation?
Engaging in conversations is an important aspect of developing social skills. When students participate in conversations, they build social and emotional learning competencies and executive function skills. Since conversation builds confidence and fuels next steps, it is important to incorporate time for it every day.
Engaging in conversations is an important aspect of developing social skills. When students participate in conversations, they build social and emotional learning competencies and executive function skills. Since conversation builds confidence and fuels next steps, it is important to incorporate time for it every day.
Ask Questions
Ask Questions
Use a question to start the conversation, such as:
What was the most exciting part of your day today?
What was the toughest part of your day today?
With whom did you work in school today?
How do you think your homework tonight will help you?
Talk About the Day
Talk About the Day
You have news to share, too! Once your child shares information, reciprocate by describing something about your day. Model the give and take of a conversation for your child. Get the whole family involved.
Still Stuck?
Still Stuck?
Gather the family together (in-person or virtually) and try out some conversations starters like:
If you could have any job in the world, what would it be and why?
Would you rather... or...? Why?
What is your idea of the perfect day?
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