‘God gave us two ears and one mouth, so we can listen twice as much as we talk’.
Listening is an important part of communication because it allows for a better understanding of the message being expressed. With listening comes understanding and the end result produces learning. It’s important to teach your child listening skills and here’s the reasons why:
- Good listening skills gives them the ability to develop speech and language skills.
- It will help improve their ability to read and learn.
- It will give them the ability to follow verbal instructions at school.
- It will give them the ability to socialize and communicate effectively with others.
- Overall good listening skills will help them cope in general at home and at school.
Here’s a useful link of listening games that you can play with your child to help them with their listening skills – Listening Skills Games – Activities to Strengthen – Good Sensory Learning