Every Body's Talking: What We Say Without Words
by Donna M. Jackson
"A smart, accessible introduction to an important and interesting topic." —Kirkus
Are you nervous about your presentation tomorrow? Or about going onstage for the school play? What about trying out for the baseball team? Try standing like a superhero for a few seconds before you start. Research shows that standing like a hero makes you feel--and act--like one!
Humans use words to communicate, but we also use our bodies to send messages. We may nod our heads in agreement, widen our eyes in surprise, or give someone the thumbs up as a sign of approval. But did you know that the thumbs up gesture is considered rude in Greece? Or that nodding your head—which means "yes" in the United States and Canada—actually means "no" in the European countries of Albania and Bulgaria?
Every Body's Talking walks readers through the ins and outs (and ups and downs) of body language. Find out what's really being expressed when people stand, sit, or move in certain ways and learn how you can use your body and facial expressions to communicate more effectively!
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