Rev. ed. of: Communicating with children and infants. 2nd ed. 1997.
This practical guide identifies the child and their relationship with the adult as the basis upon which real communication can be made. Topics covered include non-verbal communication, attentive listening, empathy, the part played by questions, working constructively with conflict and criticism, and communicating in groups.
Acknowledgements. Introduction. 1 Interpersonal communication and social pedagogy. 2. Preverbal communication. 3. Careful listening. 4 Being an encouraging listener. 5. Feedback. 6. Reflecting feelings. 7. Communications about yourself. 8. Questions. 9 Messages about power, messages about equality. 10. Conflict: when you are criticised. 11. Conflict: confronting problems. 12. Communicating in groups and meetings. 13. Confidentiality. 14. Interpersonal communication in children's services ? overview. References. Index.