Saturday, January 23, 2027 · 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Nashoba Valley — 266 Beech St., Belmont, MA
For many children it is easy to strike up a conversation or join one already in progress but for others engaging in small talk or starting a conversation can be challenging. Developing a child’s conversational skills and etiquette is important as it helps them build confidence, cultivate friendships, and understand social expectations. A child who is good at communicating verbally will often produce better written communication and interpret what they read more accurately, helping them in all areas of academics. Our 60-minute conversation skills workshop will cover some of the following topics:
Icebreakers to start a conversation How to keep a conversation going How to end a conversation Topics to avoid Active listening and not interrupting
Rude and disrespectful body language and behavior Giving and receiving compliments