- Toy: 104 pages
- Publisher: TAOC (1 April 2008)
- ISBN-10: 0980345537
- ISBN-13: 978-0980345537
- Product Dimensions: 12.7 x 2.5 x 9.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 188,024 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Joel Thomas Fun and insightful I must admit I'm not that confident when it comes to children. I don't have any of my own, but I do have a 6-year-old nephew, and a 4-year-old niece. I see them once every few weeks, but it was a lot easier when all they wanted to do was play. Now they also talk - a lot! Having found TAOC Travel so fun and insightful, I decided to give this one a go, and I'm so glad I did. I use them more as cheat sheet for conversation topics than an actual game that we play together. I now find it's a lot easier and less stressful to interact and communicate with them. Kylie Great for teacher's - another great game by TAOC! As a primary school teacher, I'm always looking for effective ways to communicate with children on their level, as well as improve their communication and interaction skills with each other. We now regularly play this game at game time and everyone gets involved. It's easy and fun, and they've all opened up so much. Not only are they closer as a result, but also I've found my teachings improved as I can better relate to them and have more of an insight into their personalities. This game is simply a must for teachers, or anyone who works with kids.
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Designed to revive The Art of Conversation(R), TAOC(R) is a fabulous way to have balanced, interesting and meaningful communications. This critically-acclaimed Children's Edition is fun and easy to use; great for developing communication skills and healthy relationships, as well as understanding oneself for ages 4 and up. Contains over 200 communication areas plus instruction booklet. TAOC(R) Children's works well in a variety of settings on various levels, encouraging individual development and insight into oneself as well as others, making TAOC(R) Children's ideal for use in a multitude of educational and therapeutic settings, as well as being fun for all! TAOC(R) Children's is highly effective in numerous areas including: Special Needs ESL, Gifted Programs, Anti-Bullying, Language Delays, Literacy and Language Development, Children at Risk, Speech Pathology, and so much more; leading TAOC(R) Children's to be praised by Educators, Therapists, Parents and Children. TAOC(R) Children's teaches that differences need not create conflicts; it helps clear pathways and emotional blocks to learning and understanding; and facilitates bonding, integration and attachment. TAOC(R) Children's was carefully-researched, developed and tested; proof of the quality of the end result is its GAME OF THE YEAR Award - Creative Play.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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This product had the whole family communicating well with each other with much laughter. The grand children, aged 10, 9 and 5 had a wonderful time, thinking about the answers to the questions. We found that when we went out (without the cards) they still carried on conversing - making up their own questions. An excellent game.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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We use TAOC in a wide variety of settings. Fun times with family and friends for sure, and the memories of our TAOC sessions are warm and happy. It helps build relationships in an easy and enjoyable way. I use it in my work as an inclusive educator, for ant-bullying, mentoring and special needs programmes as well as with children at risk. Highly recommend this! The Art of Children's Conversation (Art of Conversation)
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Lots of fun for ADULTS!
16 Jan 2011
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We played this at Christmas with the whole family - the questions might seem aimed at children, but you should have seen the thoughtful adult faces when everyone had to give "Your best time ever". And when my son-in-law misread a question and asked "Can you dress yourself?" we all laughed until we cried. Each card has a choice of 3 questions, so there is always something that fits the players. People came and went as kids or activities needed attention with no problem. We all learned a few things about each other and possibly ourselves.
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16 Feb 2012
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Playing this game with my niece was great fun, learning all about her world was quite an eye opener, she enjoyed the game immensely and so did I, time surely did fly when we played this game.
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A new resource promises to help children develop as confident speakers, better listeners and great all-round communicators, as well as being suitable for use in therapy and education.
Following the success of their original, The Art of Conversation®, creators Keith Lamb (Hush) and Louise Howland have adapted and extended the concept to create The Art of Conversation® for Children (TAOC®). This edition is suitable for players from five years to adults, TAOC® helps children put complex ideas into words, share and develop their ideas and feelings and respect the views of others.
The game may be played in nine different modes, both competitive and non-competitive - there's even a solo mode. Like the original game, it is professionally accepted as a resource for use in therapy, education (including anti-bullying programmes), counselling and language teaching.
Experts agree that more children are now starting school with language delays, and this is widely blamed on their decreased exposure to conversation. With so much modern communication taking place by e-mail and SMS, and with TV, computer games and games consoles being the preferred recreation for many children, they are simply less exposed to real-life conversation. Yet children who communicate well by the time they start school have a head-start in life, are less likely to experience social isolation and emotional barriers which can inhibit learning and attention.
For example, the family dinner-table used to be the place where the day's experiences and thoughts were shared and ideas held up to the light, people learn to disagree without being disagreeable - proven important elements for positive development. Today, many families eat dinner with the television on, or family members eat at different times due to school, sporting and work commitments and rushed lifestyles.
TAOC® will not only help children to become confident speakers and attentive listeners - it's also great fun for players of any age. More than a quiz, more than a game, you can play it with people you know well, or those you've only just met. It's also a handy dispute-resolution tool that can be used within families, school groups and other groups. The Art of Children's Conversation
Following the success of their original, The Art of Conversation®, creators Keith Lamb (Hush) and Louise Howland have adapted and extended the concept to create The Art of Conversation® for Children (TAOC®). This edition is suitable for players from five years to adults, TAOC® helps children put complex ideas into words, share and develop their ideas and feelings and respect the views of others.
The game may be played in nine different modes, both competitive and non-competitive - there's even a solo mode. Like the original game, it is professionally accepted as a resource for use in therapy, education (including anti-bullying programmes), counselling and language teaching.
Experts agree that more children are now starting school with language delays, and this is widely blamed on their decreased exposure to conversation. With so much modern communication taking place by e-mail and SMS, and with TV, computer games and games consoles being the preferred recreation for many children, they are simply less exposed to real-life conversation. Yet children who communicate well by the time they start school have a head-start in life, are less likely to experience social isolation and emotional barriers which can inhibit learning and attention.
For example, the family dinner-table used to be the place where the day's experiences and thoughts were shared and ideas held up to the light, people learn to disagree without being disagreeable - proven important elements for positive development. Today, many families eat dinner with the television on, or family members eat at different times due to school, sporting and work commitments and rushed lifestyles.
TAOC® will not only help children to become confident speakers and attentive listeners - it's also great fun for players of any age. More than a quiz, more than a game, you can play it with people you know well, or those you've only just met. It's also a handy dispute-resolution tool that can be used within families, school groups and other groups. The Art of Children's Conversation
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