''Talking and listening are important for children's development. Discuss it and suggest ways in which a child's development can be improved''. Speaking and listening are essential life skills. The ability to speak to communicate and exchange ideas and information, to negotiate with others, to express feelings and emotions, allows human beings to function well in the world and to be full and active members of society. To be effective, communication requires the ability to listen, understand and make sense of what you hear. On a personal level, when we listen, we pay attention to the other person in a way that allows them to feel heard, understood and therefore respected. In this way, listening is more than simply functional, it is important in building and maintaining family life, in communities and in society as a whole. Our ability to speak and listen begins in childhood when we begin to develop these important skills. There are factors that will enhance this opportunity and factors that are not helpful. Talking and listening is a very important thing in every child's life. They are the main key to developing a child's mind. It will improve the speaking and comprehension skills of children and young people. The more you communicate to children, the more the child will be able to learn different words and understand more vocabulary. Language is the first step in children's social development. Listening and talking can build mutual respect and trust between children and those close to them. Children will be more open and will feel loved and, through conversation, will have the opportunity to express their feelings. They may openly express the things that worry them instead of hiding or keeping them inside. A child's development... middle of paper... children's questions that require one-word answers will not stimulate the child's thinking and thinking ability. communication skill. Excessive explanations and long discussions can confuse a child's learning. An incomplete sentence like ok, louder voice and arguing or getting angry with a child if he doesn't understand the right word might just stop the child from speaking freely. The adult who works with children has a great responsibility in terms of using the right kind of language skills, providing the right kind of environment and having the correct attitude to ensure that the child has every opportunity to develop his or her skills in speaking and listening to the best of one's ability. Basic skills can then be expanded throughout life, leading the child to become a fully functional, rational and effective adult who has respect for himself and who knows how to show respect for other people.