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What Can I Say? A Kid’s Guide to Super-Useful Social Skills

What Can I Say? A Kid’s Guide to Super-Useful Social Skills

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Navigating friendships, feelings, and school drama can be tough for growing kids. Give them the ultimate toolkit with What Can I Say?, an essential, kid-friendly guide designed to help children express themselves, handle tricky situations, and get along with others beautifully.

  • Real Solutions for Real Scenarios
  • Relatable & Diverse Illustration
  • Empowering Communication Tools
What Can I Say? A Kid’s Guide to Super-Useful Social Skills

What Can I Say? A Kid’s Guide to Super-Useful Social Skills

Regular price $34.90
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Product dimensions:6.50(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.50(d)

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Boosts Confidence Daily

Teaches Conflict Resolution

Builds Social Skills

Parent-Approved, Teacher-Recommended

Kid-Friendly Visual Guide

Boosts Confidence Daily

Teaches Conflict Resolution

Builds Social Skills

Parent-Approved, Teacher-Recommended

Kid-Friendly Visual Guide

Boosts Confidence Daily

Teaches Conflict Resolution

Builds Social Skills

Parent-Approved, Teacher-Recommended

Kid-Friendly Visual Guide

Boosts Confidence Daily

Teaches Conflict Resolution

Builds Social Skills

Parent-Approved, Teacher-Recommended

Kid-Friendly Visual Guide

Boosts Confidence Daily

Teaches Conflict Resolution

Builds Social Skills

Parent-Approved, Teacher-Recommended

Kid-Friendly Visual Guide

Boosts Confidence Daily

Teaches Conflict Resolution

Builds Social Skills

Parent-Approved, Teacher-Recommended

Kid-Friendly Visual Guide

Boosts Confidence Daily

Teaches Conflict Resolution

Builds Social Skills

Parent-Approved, Teacher-Recommended

Kid-Friendly Visual Guide

Boosts Confidence Daily

Teaches Conflict Resolution

Builds Social Skills

Parent-Approved, Teacher-Recommended

Kid-Friendly Visual Guide

Why Parents & Teachers Love It

The #1 Guide for Parents & Teachers

Highly recommended by educators and parent-approved, this book bridges the gap between big emotions and positive communication, making it an indispensable resource for classrooms, school counseling offices, and home bookshelves.

The Ultimate Interactive Guide to Navigating Friendships, Gossip, and Growing Up

Help your pre-teen or teen build bulletproof confidence and navigate complex social waters with this award-winning, interactive guide

Tailored for Tweens & Teens (Ages 7-14+)

Hits the sweet spot for middle schoolers navigating changing social dynamics.

Real-World Social Strategies

Packed with practical advice on how to handle tough moments, such as the "How to Shut Down Gossip" framework, which teaches kids how to shift negative conversations into positive directions.

Interactive Comics & Activities

Features relatable illustrated scenarios, speech-bubble examples, and thought-provoking exercises that keep kids engaged rather than lectured.

Parent-Endorsed & Award-Winning

Trusted by parents and educators alike to boost confidence, empathy, and communication skills.

Essential for Kid's Confidence and Social Skills

Formatted perfectly for modern, fast-paced kids who need quick, effective, and relatable advice.

Builds Emotional Intelligence

Promotes empathy, conflict resolution, and self-expression in a language kids actually understand.

  • ★★★★★

    "I don't usually like books my parents buy me about 'feelings,' but this one was different. The comics are really funny and the situations are things that actually happen at school. It helped me figure out what to say when my friends were arguing without taking sides and making things worse."

    Leo, Age 12

  • ★★★★★

    "My 13-year-old son is autistic and struggles to read between the lines in social situations. This book has been a godsend. It breaks down the 'unwritten rules' of socializing into concrete, step-by-step scripts. It doesn't tell them to change who they are; it just gives them a toolkit to navigate the world more easily."

    Amanda T., Parent

  • ★★★★★

    "We leave this book on the kitchen island, and my kids (10 and 13) constantly flip through it. It has sparked so many great dinner table conversations about friendship, kindness, and setting boundaries. The concept of 'positive gossip' alone changed the vibe in our house. Every middle schooler should have a copy."

    David K., Parent

  • ★★★★★

    "I bought this for my 11-year-old daughter who was starting to encounter some middle school drama. Catherine Newman writes in a way that is completely non-judgmental, funny, and incredibly practical. My daughter actually reads it on her own and has already used the scripts to handle a sticky situation with a classmate. It gives them the exact words they need when they are put on the spot."

    Sarah M., Parent of an 11-year-old

  • ★★★★★

    "As a middle school counselor, I am always looking for resources that don't feel like a lecture. This book is gold. The comic strips and real-life scenarios perfectly mirror what kids actually go through. I use the 'how to shut down gossip' and 'how to handle an exclusive group' chapters in my small groups all the time. The kids love the illustrations and find the advice genuinely useful."

    Jason L., School Counselor

  • ★★★★★

    "Most books about social skills for this age group come across as patronizing or corny. This one does not. It addresses hard topics—like how to apologize when you messed up, how to decline an invitation politely, or how to stand up for someone—with humor and respect for the kid's intelligence. Highly recommend for any parent of a 10-14 year old."

    Elena R., Parent

    FAQs

    What exact age group is this book best suited for?

    While the guide is officially recommended for ages 7 to 14+ (tweens and young teens), it is highly flexible. The graphic-novel elements appeal to younger readers approaching middle school, while the sophisticated social scripts remain highly relevant for older young adults navigating high school dynamics.

    Is this book heavily text-based, or is it visual?

    It balances both perfectly! The book relies heavily on an interactive comic-strip layout with speech bubbles and vibrant illustrations. This format breaks down complex social concepts into digestible, highly visual bite-sized lessons, making it excellent for visual learners and reluctant readers.

    Can this book help introverted or neurodivergent children?

    Absolutely. One of the reasons parents and educators highly praise this guide is its concrete, literal approach. Instead of just telling a child to "be more social," it gives them exact, phrase-by-phrase scripts for everyday scenarios (e.g., how to join a group, how to exit a conversation, or how to apologize). It serves as a fantastic, stress-free social blueprint.

    How can teachers or school counselors use this book?

    The book is structured beautifully for group work. Many educators use individual chapters as weekly prompts for homeroom discussions, social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons, or small-group counseling sessions. The interactive scenarios easily lend themselves to quick, low-pressure role-playing activities in the classroom.

    What are the key skills my child will learn?

    The focus is on emotional confidence. Your child will learn how to handle conflict without drama, how to be a supportive ally, how to set healthy boundaries, and how to take accountability for mistakes.

    What makes this book different from other social skills guides?

    It provides actual scripts. Instead of just telling kids to "be nice," it gives them the exact words to use for specific moments—like sticking up for themselves, responding to offensive comments, or apologizing sincerely.

    How will this help my child in the long run?

    It builds social resilience. By practicing these scripts, kids develop the awareness to stay calm in uncomfortable situations, ensuring they grow into confident communicators who treat others with empathy and respect.