Counselor's Corner

Elizabeth Landry, 2nd-4th grade Counselor
Gail James, K-1st grade Counselor

Eight Suggestions for Improving Your Communication with Your Children

1. Use good sending skills.
2. Use good listening skills.
3. If your child's behavior is bothering you, explain that.
4. If your child has a problem, listen.
5. Orders and threats block effective communication.
6. Avoid denying your child's feelings.
7. Avoid judging, criticizing, blaming, shaming, ridiculing, or name-calling.
8. Listen to your child with respect.

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