Positive Communication Checklist: Power-Up Your Interactions!

Name: _________________________ Date: _____________

This checklist will help you practice and reflect on your positive communication skills. Use it during our role-play activity and for setting your personal goal!

Part 1: Verbal Communication - What You Say & How You Say It

Read each statement and check the box if you used or observed this skill during your role-play. Then, reflect on how you can improve.

Clear Words:

• My words were easy to understand.
  
• I avoided mumbling or rambling.
  
• I got my main point across clearly.
  
  
  

Positive Tone:

• My voice sounded friendly and approachable.
  
• I avoided sounding sarcastic, angry, or whiny.
  
• My tone matched the positive message I wanted to send.
  
  
  

Respectful Language:

• I used polite words (e.g., "please," "thank you," "excuse me").
  
• I avoided slang or disrespectful terms.
  
• I spoke to others as I would want to be spoken to.
  
  
  

Part 2: Non-Verbal Cues - *Your Body Language Speaks!

Read each statement and check the box if you used or observed this skill during your role-play. Then, reflect on how you can improve.

Eye Contact:

• I made appropriate eye contact with the person I was talking to.
  
• I didn't stare, but I also didn't avoid looking at them completely.
  
  
  

Facial Expressions:

• My facial expression looked calm and open.
  
• My face showed I was listening and engaged.
  
• I avoided frowning or looking bored.
  
  
  

Body Language:

• My body was open (not crossed arms or turned away).
  
• I stood or sat in a relaxed and attentive way.
  
• I faced the person I was talking to.
  
  
  

Part 3: Advocating for Self - Using Your Voice

• Did I clearly express my needs or feelings using "I" statements? (e.g., "I feel... when... because...")
  
  
  

Part 4: Personal Communication Goal

What is one specific positive communication skill you want to practice more in the next day or two? (Be specific!)

My Goal: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

How will I know if I achieved my goal?

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End-of-Unit Capstone Scenarios: Communication Master!

Project Objective: To demonstrate mastery of positive verbal and non-verbal communication skills, respectful language, positive tone, and effective self-advocacy in various real-world scenarios.

Project Description: You will choose (or be assigned) a series of scenarios where effective communication is key. For each scenario, you will prepare and present a role-play or a written plan outlining how you would use positive communication skills to achieve a positive outcome. This project will allow you to showcase everything you've learned about powerful and positive communication!

Project Components:

1. Scenario Selection (Choose 3 from the list below, or propose your own with teacher approval):

• Scenario A: The Group Project Grumble: You are working on a group project, and one team member isn't pulling their weight. You need to address this with them respectfully to ensure the project gets done.
• Scenario B: The Misunderstanding with a Friend: A friend has misunderstood something you said or did, and they are upset. You need to clear up the misunderstanding and maintain your friendship.
• Scenario C: Asking for Help (Academic or Personal): You are struggling in a class or with a personal issue and need to ask a teacher, counselor, or trusted adult for help. You want to clearly explain your situation and needs.
• Scenario D: Disagreeing Respectfully: You strongly disagree with a peer's opinion during a class discussion. You need to express your viewpoint respectfully without making the other person feel attacked.
• Scenario E: Setting a Boundary: Someone is consistently borrowing your things without asking, or making comments that make you uncomfortable. You need to politely but firmly set a boundary.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

2. Communication Plan for Each Scenario (Written or Role-Play Script):

For each chosen scenario, you will develop a communication plan that clearly outlines your approach. You can choose to:

• Option 1: Role-Play Presentation: Prepare a short (2-3 minute) role-play with a partner (or the teacher) demonstrating the positive communication. Your role-play should showcase:
  • Clear, respectful verbal communication.
  • Positive tone of voice.
  • Appropriate non-verbal cues (eye contact, body language).
  • Effective self-advocacy (if applicable to the scenario).
• Option 2: Written Communication Plan: Write a detailed plan (1-2 paragraphs per scenario) explaining exactly what you would say and do. Your plan should include:
  • Specific phrases and words you would use.
  • Notes on the tone of voice you would adopt.
  • Descriptions of your non-verbal cues (e.g., "I would make direct eye contact and keep my arms uncrossed.").
  • How you would advocate for yourself or others respectfully.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    

Assessment Criteria:

Your project will be assessed on the following:

• Clarity: Is the message clear and easy to understand?
• Respectful Language: Is the language used polite and appropriate?
• Positive Tone: Does the communication convey a positive and constructive attitude?
• Non-Verbal Cues: Are non-verbal signals consistent with the verbal message and positive?
• Self-Advocacy: Are needs/opinions expressed effectively and respectfully (where applicable)?
• Problem-Solving: Does the communication aim to achieve a positive resolution to the scenario?
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Due Date: [Insert Date Here]

Good luck, communication masters!

Communication Vibe Check!

Instructions: When you walk into class today, take a moment to think about how you usually communicate with others. No right or wrong answers, just your honest reflection!

Question 1: On a scale of 1-5, how confident do you feel communicating your ideas clearly with your friends or classmates?

• 1 = Not confident at all
• 5 = Super confident!
  
  
  
  

Question 2: On a scale of 1-5, how confident do you feel communicating your ideas clearly with adults (like teachers or parents)?

• 1 = Not confident at all
• 5 = Super confident!
  
  
  
  

Bonus Question (Optional): What's one thing that makes communicating with others easy for you? Or, what's one thing that makes it tricky sometimes?

My Communication Mission: Cool-Down!

Name: _________________________ Date: _____________

Great job powering up your communication today! Before you go, let's set a small mission for yourself.

Question 1: What is ONE specific positive communication skill you want to focus on practicing in the next 24 hours (e.g., using a positive tone, making eye contact, using an "I" statement)?

My Mission Skill: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Question 2: Who will you try to practice this skill with? (e.g., a friend, a family member, a teacher, a coach)

I will practice with: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Question 3: Why is it important for you to improve this particular communication skill?

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Keep powering up your communication skills every day!