Social Skills for Kids

7 Easy Steps to Help Your Child Build Confidence, Manage Emotions, Make Friends, and Develop Effective Communication Skills

By: Michelle Adams

Narrated by: Sera Chance

Length: 3 hrs and 33 mins

Publisher's summary

A must-have resource for anyone who lives or works with young kids to help them overcome social challenges.

Socializing doesn’t come easily to everybody.

Some kids are shyer than others. Some kids simply thrive on social energy.

Every kid is different.

That’s what sets this book apart. It celebrates that difference by providing multiple age-appropriate tips, tools, and strategies to help every kid out. From natural leaders to quiet, creative souls; from energetic little scamps to soft, sensitive doves…there’s an approach in this book that’ll work for them all. Aside from discovering the seven main social skills every child needs to develop, you’ll also learn:

• The three main types of self-esteem—and which one you should help your child nurture
• The crucial difference between controlling emotions and suppressing them
• How to recognize and label different emotions…in us and in others
• What it means to model—and why we, as parents, should always watch our words, tones, and reactions around our kids
• The crucial, tell-tale signs of bullying and what you can do if your child is being bullied—or if they are the bully
• Why over-praising can actually damage a child’s self-esteem
• And many, many more.

This book also highlights how the seven social skills are interconnected. What’s self-esteem got to do with bullying, and what’s decision-making got to do with self-esteem?

Navigating social situations can be difficult for both kids and adults alike. Kids have more energy; adults have more experience. By working together with your child, you can help them grow and mature into emotionally intelligent, well-balanced individuals. If you’re ready to help your child grow into a bright, optimistic, and empathetic human who has no problems forming connections, nurturing relationships, and understanding social cues—no matter their age, then you should listen to this audiobook!

©2023 Michelle Adams (P)2023 Michelle Adams

Great audiobook for parents and kids!

Socializing is not easy at any age, but this book was so helpful in navigating the difficulties and providing tips and strategies! I highly recommend this book to everyone! The narrator was great and it was incredibly easy to listen to!

Social Skills for Kids!

The audiobook goes into important details, like the three main types of self-esteem and the important difference between controlling and suppressing feelings. It tells parents how to recognize and name their own and their kids' feelings, and it stresses how important it is to be a good example.
One interesting thing about the podcast is how it explores social skills in a way that makes sense. It shows how self-esteem is linked to bullying and how self-esteem affects choices. The holistic method helps caregivers understand children in a complete way, so they can help them grow emotionally and socially.

Great for parents and non-parents alike

I don’t have kids. So, for me, this book was territory. I thought it was especially insightful in the way it unpacks how to help children navigate the challenges they experience at each age in learning how to understand and manage their emotions, communicate with others, deal with bullying, and build up their confidence. I feel like this book is a valuable resource that both parents and non-parents alike can really benefit from reading. As they said, children are always watching and learning from how we adults respond in situations, we are their teachers whether we realize it or not.

Teaching Social Skills, Step-by-Step

Teaching appropriate social skills to our kids in today's society is harder now than it's ever been. However, Ms. Adams helps provide great insights for parents and caregivers and even takes on the subject of bullying in a sensitive and practical way. She stresses the importance of adults modeling good behavior for even the youngest children, utilizing repetition with fun, practicing patience, and teaching empathy.

This book is a practical, step-by-step guide to teaching social skills during the baby through preteen years, when each skill set foundationally builds on the one that comes before it. As such, the organization within each chapter makes sense and helps the information flow smoothly. I heartily recommend this book--I wish I had a copy of it back when my kids were younger!

Practical wisdom for young minds

I recently listened to this audiobook, intending to share it with my nephew. The content impressed me with its straightforward, no-nonsense advice on aiding children in developing essential social skills. It doesn't just offer one-size-fits-all solutions but instead acknowledges the diversity in children's personalities and provides varied strategies to cater to each unique child. This is an invaluable guide for any guardian wishing to support a child's social and emotional growth in a realistic and effective way!

useful strategies

I really enjoyed the comprehensive, yet easy-to-follow framework for helping children navigate the complex world of social interactions and emotional intelligence. The author’s approach to social skills is inclusive and adaptable, catering to the diverse personalities and needs of children. The book also tackles complex topics such as emotion management, recognizing and labeling emotions, and understanding the impact of our behavior on others. These lessons are so crucial for children to develop empathy and effective communication skills. Highly recommend!

AN INSIGHTFUL GUIDE!

Every child has a different temperament, so its important to nurture them accordingly. I find this book very helpful as it offers strategies for parents to stretch their child's social muscles and polish their social skills which can increase the confidence level. Moreover, I like the way this book addresses the nature of introvert kids as understanding their thoughts and improving their social skills is certainly a difficult task for parents, the book also provides advice on how to make them feel comfortable and boost their self-confidence. I appreciate the author for such an amazing work. Highly recommended!

Wish I'd had this book back then!

One particular chapter that caught my attention was "How Do I Make Friends?" The insights in this chapter reminded me of my children's experiences when they were in preschool. They were a bit shy and had trouble connecting with other kids. Reading about the different age-specific activities to foster friendships made me wish I'd had this book back then. The narration, with its clear and engaging tone, was a wonderful addition to the content.

Fantastic Resource!

As a former teacher I can’t tell you how many students I had lacking in social skills. Not only did they struggle with their teachers but also their peers which made my heart bleed form them. This book helps your kids learn the social skills they need! I can’t recommend this enough.

Empowering Young Minds

The author brilliantly condenses complex child development theories into seven easy-to-understand steps, making the audiobook an incredibly practical resource for parents, teachers, and caregivers. Each chapter is dedicated to a specific skill, ranging from building self-esteem and emotional management to fostering effective communication and friendship skills. The content is not only informative but also relatable, filled with real-life scenarios and practical advice that listeners can easily apply in their interactions with children.

What sets this audiobook apart is its versatility. Whether you're helping a shy child come out of their shell, guiding an energetic kid to channel their enthusiasm positively, or supporting a child struggling with emotional regulation, this book has something for everyone. The author's compassionate and empathetic tone resonates throughout, offering guidance, encouragement, and understanding to adults in their quest to support children’s social development.

The audiobook also addresses modern challenges such as bullying, digital communication, and the balance between praise and realistic feedback. These contemporary insights are invaluable, helping adults equip children with the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of today's social landscape.

Listeners will appreciate the concise and actionable nature of the advice provided, making the daunting task of nurturing social skills feel achievable and rewarding. "Social Skills for Kids" is not just an audiobook; it's a comprehensive toolkit that empowers adults to positively influence a child's social journey. It encourages a collaborative approach to social skill development, emphasizing the role of adults in modeling and reinforcing these skills.