Discussed are ways to develop language communication skills in preschool children attending a child care center. Examples of communication without words such as animal sounds and actions are given. Babies are seen to learn to talk through the aid of a mother and child care worker who decipher the signals and encourage babbling in infants and speech in young children. Considered in a section on speech difficulties are physical and mental defects, stuttering, effects of a silent home life, and shyness in young children. Child care workers are encouraged to help children learn to talk about their feelings. Described are ways a child can develop language skills in the child care center such as having a teacher who listens, being exposed to new words, engaging in conversation with children and adults, hearing and making up stories, singing, and getting ready for reading. The booklet stresses the importance of communication skills for a more tolerant society. (DB)