Saying What You Mean

by Joy Wilt, Ernie Hergenroeder (Illustrator)

Explains verbal and nonverbal communication and describes ways to control what you say and how it is interpreted in order to develop and maintain productive relationships.

128 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 1978

Reviews

[Amanda Reeves · Rating 4 out of 5]

The illustrations may be from the '70s, but this book is worth sharing with young readers. The book clearly states in its notes to parents/educators that it is meant to be shared with children ages four to eight. This is why the language is simple and repetitive.

The author covers the many ways that human beings communicate with one another. It begins with how, as an infant, a child would alert a parent to their needs. The book progresses from there through other types of communication (body language, speech, tone, etc.). It even address appropriate timing (something we all could use a refresher course on).

[Susan · Rating 1 out of 5]

I couldn't get through it. The text was repetitive and monotonous. The 'lessons' were heavy-handed and seemed suitable only to those who have the most basic (if any) understanding of communication through facial expressions, gestures, and words.

[Josephina · Rating 1 out of 5]

it is awful!!!!!!!!!