Rebecca Rolland, EdD, a member of the Harvard faculty, speech therapist, and mother, equips adults with valuable practical tools to help them have productive and meaningful conversations with children of all ages – whether it's a stubborn toddler we want to convince of something or a withdrawn teenager we want to open up.

Science has shown that the best way to help our children become independent, confident, kind, empathetic, and happy is to talk to them. However, parents and educators often struggle to communicate with children. Conversations can be mundane or filled with tension, or, even worse, marked by ongoing conflicts.

The Art of Talking to Our Children illustrates how to build quality communication and meaningful conversations, helping them develop the skills and capabilities they need to thrive. When we create relationships with fewer conflicts and more joy, we secure a better future for our children.