Warm-Up Prompt Cards

Use these cards to help Jaskiran practice the target phrases. Shuffle the deck, have her draw a card, read the prompt aloud, and respond with a complete sentence using “I want…”, “I feel…”, or “I notice…”.

Prompts:

1. What is something you want to eat right now? Use “I want…” to answer.
   
   
   
2. How are you feeling today? Use “I feel…” to answer.
   
   
   
3. Look around and tell me what you see. Use “I notice…” to answer.
   
   
   
4. What is something you want to play? Use “I want…” to answer.
   
   
   
5. How does listening to music make you feel? Use “I feel…” to answer.
   
   
   
6. Look out the window. What do you notice? Use “I notice…” to answer.
   
   
   
7. What is something you want to learn about? Use “I want…” to answer.
   
   
   
8. How do you feel when you share with a friend? Use “I feel…” to answer.
   
   
   
9. What is something interesting you notice in the room? Use “I notice…” to answer.
   
   
   
10. What is something you want to tell me about your weekend? Use “I want…” to answer.
    
    
    

Shuffle, draw, and respond! Provide a token for each complete, correctly structured response.

Communication Skills Worksheet

Part 1: Fill in the Blank

Complete each sentence using “I want…”, “I feel…”, or “I notice…”. Write a full sentence.

1. __________ a new puzzle to solve.
   
   
   
2. __________ excited when I see my friends.
   
   
   
3. __________ the birds singing outside the window.
   
   
   
4. __________ to try a crunchy snack.
   
   
   
5. __________ happy to be at school.
   
   
   

Part 2: Matching

Match each phrase in Column A to the description in Column B. Write A, B, or C next to each number.

Column A
A. I want…
B. I feel…
C. I notice…

Column B

1. “The lights are bright.”
2. “I wish I could have some fruit.”
3. “I am nervous about the quiz.”
4. ____
   
   
5. ____
   
   
6. ____
   
   

Icebreaker Game Board

Overview

This hands-on board game lets Jaskiran practice the phrases “I want…”, “I feel…”, and “I notice…” in a fun, low-pressure setting. Tokens are awarded for correct responses and special spaces add surprises to keep her engaged.

Materials Needed

• 1 printed game board (see layout below)
• 1 player token
• 1 six-sided die
• Discussion Topic Cards
• Reward Token Chart and tokens

Setup

1. Place the game board on the table.
2. Shuffle the Discussion Topic Cards and place them face down next to the board.
3. Give Jaskiran a player token and place it on Start.
4. Explain that she will roll the die, move her token, and follow the space instructions.

How to Play

1. Jaskiran rolls the die and moves forward the corresponding number of spaces.
2. When she lands on a:
   • Discussion Space (marked with a speech-bubble icon): Draw the top Discussion Topic Card and answer using one of the target phrases.
   • Bonus Space (star icon): Move ahead 1 additional space and say any target phrase about something you want, feel, or notice right now.
   • Rest Space (pause icon): Take a deep breath, say “I feel calm,” and earn 1 token.
   • Regular Space (blank): Roll again and answer a quick prompt from the teacher using any target phrase.
3. Award 1 token for each correct, complete response.
4. Game ends when Jaskiran reaches Finish. Count tokens and record on the Reward Token Chart.

Board Layout

Start → 1 → 2 → 💬 → 3 → ⭐ → 4 → ⏸ → 5 → 💬 → 6 → 7 → ⭐ → 8 → 💬 → 9 → ⏸ → 10 → ⭐ → 💬 → Finish

(Key: 💬 = Discussion Space, ⭐ = Bonus Space, ⏸ = Rest Space)

Variation for Engagement:

• If focus wanes, switch roles: teacher lands on a space and answers first to model the phrase.
• Offer 2 tokens for two-sentence responses as an extra challenge.

Have fun and let’s get ready to chat!

Discussion Topic Cards

Use these cards in the Icebreaker Game. Draw a card, read the prompt, and respond with a complete sentence using one of the target phrases (“I want…”, “I feel…”, or “I notice…”). After answering, place the card at the bottom of the pile and shuffle when finished.

1. Tell me something you want right now. Use “I want…” to answer.
2. How do you feel when you listen to your favorite song? Use “I feel…” to answer.
3. Look around and tell me what you notice in the room. Use “I notice…” to answer.
4. What do you want to do during recess? Use “I want…” to answer.
5. How do you feel when you help a friend? Use “I feel…” to answer.
6. Notice something about the weather outside. Use “I notice…” to answer.
7. What do you want to eat for dinner? Use “I want…” to answer.
8. How do you feel when you finish a task? Use “I feel…” to answer.
9. Notice something that is your favorite color. Use “I notice…” to answer.
10. What do you want to learn about today? Use “I want…” to answer.
11. How do you feel when it’s raining? Use “I feel…” to answer.
12. Notice something using your sense of smell. Use “I notice…” to answer.
13. What do you want to play with your favorite toy? Use “I want…” to answer.
14. How do you feel when you ride a bike? Use “I feel…” to answer.
15. Notice something you see in nature. Use “I notice…” to answer.
16. What do you want to ask a friend? Use “I want…” to answer.
17. How do you feel when you read a story? Use “I feel…” to answer.
18. Notice something unusual in the picture or space around you. Use “I notice…” to answer.
19. What do you want to share about your day? Use “I want…” to answer.
20. How do you feel right now? Use “I feel…” to answer.

Reading Passage: Say What You Mean

Jayden sat at the table during recess with a big sheet of paper and a box of markers. He thought, “I want to draw the tallest tree I can imagine.” He picked up a green marker and started sketching tall branches and long leaves. As he looked at his drawing, he said, “I notice the green leaves look almost real on the page.”

When Jayden finished his tree, he held it up and smiled. He felt a warm glow in his chest and said, “I feel proud when I finish a project.” His teacher walked by and praised his work. Jayden thought, “I want to show my picture to my friend Mia next.”

Jayden found Mia on the playground and called, “Look at my tree!” Mia’s eyes lit up. Jayden noticed her bright smile and said, “I notice you look excited.” Mia laughed and said, “I feel happy when I see your art.” Jayden knew he had shared his thoughts and feelings clearly—and that made him feel proud all over again.

Movement Break Cards

Use these quick, hands-on movement prompts to help Jaskiran refocus and recharge. Print and cut out each card; after every 3–5 focused activities, draw one and do the movement together!

1. Star Stretch: Stand tall, reach arms overhead, spread into a star, hold 3 seconds.
   
   
   
2. Jumping Jacks: Do 5 jumping jacks at a steady pace.
   
   
   
3. Shake It Out: Shake hands, arms, and shoulders for 5 seconds.
   
   
   
4. Toe Wiggles: Sit or stand and wiggle your toes inside your shoes for 5 seconds.
   
   
   
5. Side Reach: Reach your right arm up and lean left, hold 3 seconds; switch sides.
   
   
   
6. High Knees: March in place lifting your knees high 5 times.
   
   
   
7. Spin Around: Slowly turn in a complete circle, then the other way.
   
   
   
8. Shoulder Rolls: Roll shoulders forward 3 times, then backward 3 times.
   
   
   
9. Toe Touches: Bend at the waist and try to touch your toes, hold 3 seconds.
   
   
   
10. Air Hugs: Wrap arms around yourself and squeeze for 3 seconds.
    
    
    
11. Side Steps: Take 3 big steps to the right, then 3 big steps to the left.
    
    
    
12. Pretend Jump Rope: Jump in place as if skipping rope 10 times.

Tip: After completing the movement, ask Jaskiran “I feel… when we move.” Encourage her to finish the sentence. Then return to the next activity refreshed!