Telling and talking

We know from experience that getting started with telling and talking can feel challenging. When is the best age to start the conversation? What words should I use? Will they understand what I’m telling them and what response should I expect? What about children of different ages and different developmental stages? How can I build my confidence in our family story?​

These are all important questions and we have been exploring the answers since 1993. We’ve developed Telling and Talking workshops, published books – including the Our Story books for children – and created a range of resources and services to help you navigate these essential conversations. Use the links to get started.