Kids are taught to say “How are you?” almost as soon as they can talk. It’s polite, it’s simple, and it works—kind of. But ...

Some kids are naturally chatty. Others feel awkward and self-conscious when talking with people they don’t know well. They freeze up and say nothing or mutter one-word answers. For shy kids, casually ...

Children today often struggle with meaningful conversations, resorting to brief replies. This article advocates for teaching ...