Brave Voices Warm-Up Prompts

Choose one prompt and share with a partner. Be brave and speak clearly!

1. Describe a time you tried something new. How did you feel?
   
   
   
2. What is one thing you are proud of accomplishing? Why?
   
   
   
3. Share a moment when you spoke up in class or with friends. What did you say?
   
   
   
4. What word means “being brave” to you? Explain.
   
   
   
5. How do you feel when you speak English? Describe in one sentence.
   
   
   

Brave Voices Reading Passage

I feel brave when I speak up in class. My voice is important because it helps me share my ideas. Sometimes I feel nervous, but I take a deep breath and try. Each time I say a word in English, I learn something new. My friends and teacher listen to me and encourage me. When I use my brave voice, I grow more confident every day.

Brave Voices Discussion Questions

Use these questions to talk about the reading and your own brave voice. Speak clearly and listen carefully!

1. What does the author mean when they say, “My voice is important”?
   
   
   
   
   • Follow-up: Can you think of a time when someone listened to your idea?

2. The author says, “Sometimes I feel nervous, but I take a deep breath and try.” Why is taking a deep breath helpful?
   
   
   
   
   • Follow-up: What other strategies help you feel brave?

3. Which sentence in the passage shows that practicing helps build confidence? Read the sentence aloud.
   
   
   
   
   • Follow-up: How can you practice speaking English outside of class?

4. How do friends and teachers help the author feel brave? Give one example from the passage and one example from your own life.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   • Follow-up: Why is positive feedback important when learning a new language?

5. What is one thing you will do this week to use your brave voice?
   
   
   
   
   • Follow-up: Who will you ask to listen and encourage you?

Brave Voices Role-Play Game Cards

Cut out these cards and give one to each pair. Read your scenario and use your brave voice to role-play with your partner. After one minute, switch cards or partners!

Card 1: At Recess

You want to play a game at recess. Ask a friend to join you.

Card 2: Ask for Help

You do not understand the homework. Ask your teacher for help.

Card 3: At the Ice Cream Shop

You want a chocolate ice cream cone. Order politely from the server.

Card 4: Study Invitation

You have a test tomorrow. Invite a classmate to study with you after school.

Card 5: Apology

You arrived late to class. Apologize to your friend for making them wait.

Card 6: Compliment

You like your classmate’s drawing. Give them a compliment and ask about their art.

Brave Voices Confidence Activity Sheet

1. Draw a picture of a time you used your brave voice. Show the people, place, and what you said.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Write one sentence describing what you did with your brave voice.
   
   
   
   

3. How did you feel after speaking up? (Choose one or write your own)

• Proud
• Excited
• Nervous
• Happy
• Other: ____________
  
  
  

4. Draw how you feel now when you think about your brave moment. (Happy face, big smile, etc.)
   
   
   
   

Brave Voices Confidence Worksheet

1. Matching Exercise

Match each word with the correct definition. Write the letter on the line.

1. Brave _____
   
2. Fearless _____
   
3. Daring _____
   
4. Voice _____
   
5. Expression _____
   
6. Encourage _____
   
   

A. The sound you make when speaking or singing.

B. Without fear; not afraid.

C. Willing to try something risky or exciting.

D. To support someone and help them feel more confident.

E. Having courage to face danger or challenges.

F. To show your feelings or ideas.

2. Writing Activity

Choose two words from the list above. Write one sentence for each word showing how you can use your brave voice.

Sentence with “___”:

Sentence with “___”: