Lesson Plan

Social Clue Investigation Plan

Students will play detective to decode nonverbal cues and social scenarios, collaborating in teams to identify emotions, intentions, and appropriate responses.

This lesson builds social awareness, empathy, and communication by having students analyze body language and context in a fun, game-based format—key skills for peer relationships and conflict resolution.

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15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

10 minutes

Step 2

Cue Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 3

Investigation Phase

30 minutes

Step 4

Debrief Discussion

10 minutes

Step 5

Reflection & Assessment

5 minutes

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Nonverbal Cue Clue Cards

Cue Card: Raised Eyebrows

Cue Card: Furrowed Brow

Cue Card: Genuine vs. Forced Smile

Cue Card: Slumped Shoulders

Cue Card: Arms Crossed

Cue Card: Leaning Forward

Cue Card: Avoiding Eye Contact

Cue Card: Fidgeting

Cue Card: Clenched Fists

Cue Card: Open Palms

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Social Sleuthing

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