Abstract
George Mason University faculty members Eva Thorp and Sylvia Sánchez remind us through their research findings and their teaching that family stories touch hearts, and hearts change minds. Accessing those stories requires more than just strong verbal skills. As the Chinese pictogram reminds us, effective communication takes heart, eyes, ears, and hands. The resources in this column may be helpful in developing effective communication skills for anyone who works with young children and their families.
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