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Communication Champions

Lesson Plan

Communication Champions

Enhance communication skills

This lesson engages 4th-grade students in activities designed to enhance their verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Through interactive exercises, students will learn the importance of effective expression and active listening, which are crucial for their academic and social development. By participating in these activities, students will build confidence in their ability to communicate clearly and understand others, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

Audience

4th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Enhance communication skills

Materials

Post-it notes, Markers, Printable Communication Cards, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of communication.
  • Ask students to share examples of when they needed to communicate clearly.
  • Explain the objectives of the lesson: to improve verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Step 2

Activity 1: Express Yourself

15 mins

  • Distribute post-it notes and markers to each student.
  • Ask students to write down a feeling or message they want to express without using words.
  • Have students pair up and try to guess each other's message through gestures and facial expressions.
  • Discuss as a class how non-verbal cues can convey messages.

Step 3

Activity 2: Active Listening

15 mins

  • Explain the concept of active listening and its importance.
  • Conduct a listening exercise where one student shares a short story, and the partner must repeat it back accurately.
  • Rotate roles and repeat the exercise.
  • Discuss the challenges and benefits of active listening.

Step 4

Group Discussion

10 mins

  • Use the provided discussion questions to facilitate a conversation about communication.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.
  • Highlight key points about effective communication strategies.

Step 5

Closure

10 mins

  • Recap the activities and key learnings from the lesson.
  • Ask students to reflect on how they can apply these skills in their daily lives.
  • Encourage students to practice these skills at home and in school.
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Discussion

Communication Discussion

A guided discussion to explore students' understanding of communication skills.

Why is communication important in our daily lives?

Encourage students to think about different scenarios where communication is key, such as in school, at home, or with friends.







What are some ways we can communicate without using words?

Guide students to consider body language, facial expressions, and gestures as forms of non-verbal communication.







How can we become better listeners?

Discuss strategies like maintaining eye contact, nodding, and summarizing what the speaker has said to show understanding.







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Worksheet

Printable Communication Cards

Cards with prompts for students to practice verbal and non-verbal communication skills.




Express a feeling without using words.







Tell a story using only gestures.







Listen to a partner and repeat their story.







Communicate a message using facial expressions.




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