Lesson Plan

Building Verbal Confidence

Encourage gradual verbal communication

This lesson is designed to help a 1st-grade student with selective mutism gradually increase her verbal communication. By starting with nonverbal activities and slowly introducing verbal elements, the student can build confidence in speaking in a supportive environment. This approach is important as it respects the student's pace and comfort level, fostering a positive experience with communication.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Step 1

Introduction

3 mins

Step 2

Nonverbal Communication Activity

5 mins

Step 3

Picture Board Activity

5 mins

Step 4

Whispering Game

3 mins

Step 5

Role-Playing with Puppets

3 mins

Step 6

Closure

1 min

Lesson Plan

Building Verbal Confidence

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Nonverbal Communication Activity

Step 3

Picture Board Activity

Step 4

Whispering Game

Step 5

Role-Playing with Puppets

Step 6

Closure

Worksheet

Worksheet

Worksheet

Worksheet

Building Verbal Confidence

David Hoch