- 36 everyday social skills covering greetings, joining in, asking for help, friendship, feelings, manners and more
- Age-level phrases for ages 6–12 with language that develops across Ages 6–8, 8–10 and 10–12
- Practical words kids can actually use in school, friendships, family life and everyday conversations
- Interactive activities and quizzes help children think about what they could say in real situations
- 120+ full-colour pages with illustrated examples designed to make social skills easier to understand
What Can I Say? — Practical Social Skills Book for Kids Ages 6–12
- 36 Social Skills
- 120+ Full-Colour Pages
- Ages 6–12
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Sometimes the Hardest Part Is Knowing What to Say.
Kids face little social moments every day — saying hello to someone new, joining a game, asking for help, apologising, or simply figuring out what to say when a conversation feels awkward.
Often, it isn’t knowing what they should do that’s difficult. It’s finding the right words in the moment.
What Can I Say? breaks those situations into relatable examples and gives kids practical, age-appropriate phrases they can actually try — helping everyday conversations feel a little less intimidating and a lot more manageable.
With illustrated scenarios, age-level language, quizzes and activities, children can explore the words before they need them in real life.
One Book, Three Ways to Dive In.
Ages 6–8: Start With Simple Words
Short, easy-to-remember phrases help younger kids practise greetings, asking for help, joining in and other everyday social moments.
Ages 8–10: Practise With Confidence
As conversations become more independent, kids can explore fuller phrases, real-life scenarios and choices that help them think about what they could actually say.
Ages 10–12: Handle Bigger Conversations
Older readers can explore more thoughtful language for friendships, feelings, disagreements and situations where knowing the right words can make a real difference.
Ages 6–8: Start With Simple Words
Short, easy-to-remember phrases help younger kids practise greetings, asking for help, joining in and other everyday social moments.
Ages 8–10: Practise With Confidence
As conversations become more independent, kids can explore fuller phrases, real-life scenarios and choices that help them think about what they could actually say.
Ages 10–12: Handle Bigger Conversations
Older readers can explore more thoughtful language for friendships, feelings, disagreements and situations where knowing the right words can make a real difference.
Made for Everyday Moments That Build Confidence
Before School, a Party or Something New
A quick page can give kids a few simple words to try before they walk into a situation that feels unfamiliar.
Practise Together at Home
Read a scenario, compare the age-level phrases and talk through what they might actually say. It can feel more like a conversation than a lesson.
After a Tricky Social Moment
If something felt awkward or didn’t go the way they hoped, revisit a similar situation and explore another way they could handle it next time.
As a Thoughtful Gift
A practical, screen-free gift for birthdays, holidays or any child who could use a little more confidence in everyday conversations.
What You're Actually Buying
Practical social tools kids can understand, practise and actually use.
36 Everyday Social Skills
Real situations kids face at school, at home and with friends — from saying hello and joining in to asking for help, apologising and handling tricky moments.
Age-Tiered Scripts
Each skill includes different language for Ages 6–8, 8–10 and 10–12, so the book grows with your child instead of feeling too young after a year.
Real-Life Practice
Scenarios, choices, quizzes and “Try It Out” activities help kids think through what they could actually say before the real moment happens.
120+ Full-Colour Pages
Warm illustrations and easy-to-follow layouts make social skills feel approachable, practical and much less like a lesson.
What Parents Are Saying
Verified reviews from real readers
V
Van Vee
- A Great Read
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in the
United States
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July 3, 2026
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As an elementary school counselor, I found What Can I Say? to be an incredibly helpful and much-needed resource for my profession. It provides practical, age-appropriate language that empowers children to communicate with confidence, kindness, and empathy in everyday situations. The examples are engaging, relatable, and easy for students to understand and apply. This is an excellent resource for counselors, teachers, and parents who want to help children strengthen their communication and social-emotional skills. I'm so glad I added this book to my professional library.
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ESpinelli
- Great Resource
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United States
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July 31, 2026
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What Can I Say? is a thoughtful and practical resource that helps children build the social language skills they need in everyday situations. I appreciated how the book provides simple, real-life examples of what to say when showing kindness, gratitude, empathy, or resolving conflicts. As an elementary teacher, I can see this being a helpful conversation starter in both the classroom and at home. The language is age-appropriate, engaging, and encourages children to become more confident communicators. A valuable resource for parents, teachers, and anyone helping children develop strong social-emotional skills.
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jib
- Fantastic, colorful, applicable lessons on how kids can communicate better!
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in the
United States
on
July 2, 2026
Bought one for each of my grown daughters to read with their kids age 5-10. Live that there are different levels for young and older kids. Simple to read, colorful illustrations, lots that can be discussed in a short period of time. We are into social emotional management as a family (I used to teach it to this age), and now cousins can learn together!
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Tara
- Knowledge is power!
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in the
United States
on
August 9, 2026
This book captured social and emotional skills youth need to navigate life to become well-rounded and gain abilities to be culturally sound. Creating ways to communicate effectively and identify different emotions that come with difficulties with social media and worldly issues youth face in today’s society. Great read. Hopefully in the future I can buy books in bulk to help the youth in our facility.
Dr. Tara Twitty
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C
Christy
- Book with Valuable Information
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in the
United States
on
July 31, 2026
This is a great book focused on soft skills related to social emotional learning. Quick read with easy to understand advice. Could be used by parents to talk to kids, for teachers to use to talk about bullying and SEL, and day enough for a child to read on their own
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How long does it take to read?
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There's no set reading time because it's not built to be read cover to cover in one go. Most children work through one or two scenarios at a time — before school, after dinner, or whenever a situation comes up that matches something in the book. At that pace, a child will have covered the full book within a few weeks without it ever feeling like a commitment. Parents who sit through it with younger children typically spend 10 to 15 minutes per session. It's short by design so it stays easy to pick up.
Can a child use it on their own, or does it need a parent?
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A child aged 8 and up can go through it independently without any setup from a parent. The 6–8 tier works best with a parent or older sibling for the first few reads — not because it's difficult, but because talking through the scenarios together is where most of the value comes from at that age. After the first pass, most children in that range will revisit it on their own. There's no instruction manual for parents and no worksheets that require adult input — it's designed to be picked up and used.
Does it actually work, or is it just theory?
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The book skips the theory entirely. There are no chapters explaining why social skills matter — it goes straight to the words. Each situation is framed as a moment a child will actually face: walking up to a group, not knowing how to say sorry properly, being asked something by an adult they don't know well. The response is written out in plain language they can say as-is. Whether it sticks depends on the child, but the format is built for practice rather than understanding, which is where most social skills books stop short.
Will it get read, or will it sit on a shelf?
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The quizzes and real-life scenarios are what keep children coming back. Each scenario presents a moment — a child wants to join a game, doesn't know what to say to an adult, made a mistake and needs to apologise — and walks through what to actually say. That format works in short bursts: one scenario before school, one at bedtime. It doesn't need a full sitting to be useful, which is why it tends to stay in rotation rather than get shelved after the first week.
Is it a good gift?
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Yes, and one that holds up well past the unwrapping. It suits any child between 6 and 12, which makes it easy to give without knowing the exact age. It's practical enough that parents notice a difference, and engaging enough that children don't feel like they're being taught. If the child receiving it is shy, quiet, or just starting a new school year, it's particularly well-timed.