"Basic communication skills is exactly as it sounds. The ability to communicate with others. With human beings, it of course consists of speaking, writing and gestures. There are many different languages all over the world. In any language, the communication skills are the same. Words can be spoken, written, drawn or acted out. A newborn baby even has basic communication skills. A baby will cry
. to let you know that it is in need. Although sometimes it can be difficult for an adult to figure out exactly what that need is.Animals in the animal kingdom have basic forms of communication as well. It can be sounds, actions that they may do, or a display of markings or colors on their bodies. Some birds of paradise as they are called, do very unique dances to find a mate. By either accepting the male or moving on, is how the female bird communicates her yes or no answer to the male. All life forms have basic means of communication, and ways to let the others of the species know what they mean. It can take some studying to learn communication skills outside of our own cultures or species."