Social Sleuths Plan
Students will learn to identify and interpret peers’ facial expressions and body language to build social awareness. They’ll practice decoding emotions in interactive activities and reflect on how nonverbal cues shape communication.
Reading nonverbal signals fosters empathy, reduces misunderstandings, and strengthens peer relationships by helping students understand feelings beyond words.
Prep
Review and Setup Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Facial Expressions Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Body Language Exploration
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Debrief
5 minutes
Lesson Plan
Social Sleuths Plan
Students will learn to identify and interpret peers’ facial expressions and body language to build social awareness. They’ll practice decoding emotions in interactive activities and reflect on how nonverbal cues shape communication.
Reading nonverbal signals fosters empathy, reduces misunderstandings, and strengthens peer relationships by helping students understand feelings beyond words.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Setup Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Facial Expressions Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Body Language Exploration
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Debrief
5 minutes