Slide Deck
Spot the Signals
Welcome everyone! Today we’re starting our “Spot the Signals” adventure. Explain that social cues are all around us and help us understand how people feel.
Facial Expressions
Point out each example image on the screen (smiling face, frown, raised eyebrows). Ask students to name the emotion and what facial clue gave it away.
Body Language
Highlight how posture and gestures convey feelings. Encourage volunteers to act out one posture so classmates can guess.
Tone of Voice
Demonstrate by saying “I’m fine” in different ways (softly, loudly, sarcastically). Invite students to mimic.
Practice Time
Show a new photo or act out a cue. Ask students to identify the three signals—face, body, tone—and name the emotion.
Class Discussion
Wrap up by inviting students to share one new social cue they noticed and how it could help them in real life.
Activity
Discussion
Cool Down
Lesson Plan
Social Cue Safari Plan
Students will learn to spot and interpret facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice through interactive activities and reflection, boosting their confidence in everyday communication.
Understanding social cues helps students navigate social interactions, build empathy, and strengthen peer and adult relationships by accurately reading others' emotions and intentions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Social Cues
5 minutes
Step 2
Facial Expression Safari
10 minutes
Step 3
Body Language Bingo
10 minutes
Step 4
Classroom Cue Chat
10 minutes
Step 5
Signal Reflection Exit Ticket
10 minutes