That is Not What I Said Listening is Magic Book 2

What we hear is not always what is meant. Children, and sometimes even adults, often misconstrue the real meaning of what is being said. This misinterpretation can lead to poor understanding and hurt feelings. Explore the art of listening with your child and discover the magic and fun of communicating with clarity!

It is easy to misunderstand when we are not listening to each other. What we hear depends upon what we listen to. The good news is, "That is Not What I Said" is here to help you and your children listen better!

Laura S. Hargraves is a Speech & Language Pathologist who has worked with both adults and children throughout her career. In her efforts to help individuals develop their communication skills, it became apparent to her that listening truly was the magic that made the best communication happen. Listening is Magic was born from a desire to help improve listening skills in children and improve the connection we all seek when communicating with each other.Rachel A Madej is an artist and illustrator that works exclusively in marker. Her unique hand drawn style in combination with her use of bold colors is one of the reasons she is sought after for children's illustrations, logo and branding work, and home decor. Her goal within Childrens Illustration is to create diverse characters so that children can see themselves reflected in their favorite books.