Communication
Introduction
There are many forms of communication like verbal, written, oral and visual. Verbal communication is the most important. Communication is important in order to have a successful relationship with people around you, especially children. Children receive better care when practitioners can cooperate and work together well.
Robinson et al (1998:331) mentions “you will be communicating with your colleagues all the time, as well as giving instructions, guidance and support to the children in your setting; you will be sharing information with your colleagues”. Practitioners communicate for different reasons which are as follows, * Share ideas and thoughts * Express needs and feelings * Maintaining relationships * Build relationships * Gain and share information

It is important to keep effective communication flowing to build strong and good relationship. Being aware of your body language, tone of voice; cultural differences, individual needs and being non judgmental can promote good relationships.
People communicate for different reason in the early years settings; this could include the welfare of the children or even the parents. Maintaining an effective communication with the parents will benefit the child and their development, also you would benefit a healthy and happy relationship with them. Building trust with the parents will make them feel secure, as Robinson et al (1998:313) states “parents need to feel secure about the staff within the settings and you are as important as anyone else in the matter”.
Acting accordingly to the policies and procedure of the settings about sharing information and sharing responsibilities with staff will maintain good relationships. If you have any conflicts with staff or you do not agree on any matter then children may suffer through their development. If Parents and