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More than Words

More than Words

Natalie Hyde (Author) See More (3)
Valerie Sherrard (Author) See More (4)
David Jardine (Illustrator) See More

JUVENILE NONFICTION
Social Topics | Inspirational & Personal Growth
Manners & Etiquette
Cormorant Books
9 - 12
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EPUB [reflow]
9781770867208
$9.99 CAD
English
10/07/2023

Hardback
9781770867192
$19.95 CAD
English
10/07/2023

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Description


Maybe you’ve never thought about it, but you are constantly communicating, and with more than just words. Body language, hand gestures, facial expressions — they all have a lot to say. Are you aware of the silent signals you may be sending? How do you read verbal and nonverbal cues from other people?

Through this illustrated book, you will learn how to communicate effectively — virtually and in person — with more confidence and fewer misunderstandings. You’ll learn about active listening, speaking skills, empathy, conflict resolution, critical thinking, and more!

Then you’ll put your newfound knowledge into practice through individual exercises and group activities that will help you master your communication superpowers!

David Jardine Natalie Hyde Valerie Sherrard

Author Bio


Valerie Sherrard is an award-winning author of picture books and young adult novels. Her novel The Glory Wind won the Geoffrey Bilson Award for Historical Fiction and the Ann Connor Brimer Award. Her works have been chosen as Red Maple and White Pine Award Honour Books and she has been nominated for Manitoba Young Readers’ Choice Awards, and Saskatchewan Young Readers’ Choice Awards. Born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, she now lives in Miramichi, New Brunswick.

Prizes


  • Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick Nonfiction AwardShort-listed 2024
  • Hamilton Literary Awards Children’s LiteratureShort-listed 2024

Review Quotes


More than Words offers great advice to increase self-awareness, engagement both in-person and online ... sets the reader up for success.”

 — Quill & Quire
“Sherrard and Hyde capture the attention of readers with true stories from history about communication failures, including the story of the call for help from the Titanic. … The subject matter is quite current as an entire chapter is dedicated to special challenges in getting messages across through digital means, including discussion of social media and video conferencing. … This book is recommended for public and school library collections.”

“Communication techniques and tips can be very dry, but More than Words: Navigating the Complex World of Communication takes the complex topic, breaks it down into digestible chunks, and delivers an informative, fun read.”

 — Canadian Review of Materials
“I wish this book was standard reading in every classroom. … What truly distinguishes this work is its profound message: communication transcends mere information exchange — it's about fostering genuine human connections in our society. This foundational understanding makes the book an invaluable guide for anyone looking to strengthen their relationships and master the nuances of modern interaction. I highly recommend this book for libraries, classrooms, and homes!”  — Readers’ Favorite