How to Improve Your Child’s Social Skills
You can help support your child to develop social skills by encouraging and working with them to understand the importance of socialising.
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- Support ServicesAccess support for your child or family through our programs and services.
- AssessmentsWe offer a range of diagnostic assessments for children and adolescents.
- NDISWe are a registered NDIS provider in the area of Improved Daily Living.
- Parent WebinarsOur webinars can help parents build knowledge, tools and strategies.
- Professionals
- Resources
- Get Involved
- DonateMake a single or monthly donation to empower children in need.
- FundraiseGet ideas for how to raise vital funds to support Learning Links.
- PartnershipsPartner with us and support our life-changing programs.
- Leave a LegacyFind out how a gift in your Will can leave a lasting legacy.
- Charity HousieLearn about Charity Housie and how it supports Learning Links.
- About Us
- Our HistoryFind out more about Learning Links’ impact since 1972.
- Our StrategyOur strategy outlines our commitment to supporting children and families.
- Our ImpactSee the impact we make and view our Impact Reports.
- Our PeopleMeet our organisation, Board and Leadership Team.
- Work With UsLearn what it means to be part of our purpose-driven organisation.
- News and EventsRead about our latest news, achievements and events.
Social Skills
Six Important Social Skills for Children
Social skills are important tools that your children need in order to communicate and interact with others to conquer their daily challenges.
Helping Your Children Follow Instructions
Following instructions is one of the most important social skills that children develop. Be it in the classroom, at home with the family or on the sporting field, a child who can listen, understand and then follow instructions and directions will go a long way.