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Communicate Like a Pro! Lesson Plan

Help 7th graders enhance verbal and non-verbal communication skills through interactive games and discussions, enabling them to express and listen effectively.

Mastering communication boosts academic achievement and builds essential social skills for personal and professional success.

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Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Activity 1: Verbal Communication Game

10 minutes

Step 3

Activity 2: Non-Verbal Communication Challenge

7 minutes

Step 4

Debrief and Reflection

3 minutes

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Communicate Like a Pro!

Introduce the session by welcoming students and providing an overview of what effective communication means. Emphasize the importance of both verbal and non-verbal communication skills for their academic and personal lives.

Introduction and Warm-Up

Explain the warm-up activity. Ask students to share what they think is important in effective communication and encourage participation.

Activity 1: Verbal Communication Game

Guide students through the verbal communication game. Make sure to rotate the roles so each student can practice both describing and listening.

Activity 2: Non-Verbal Communication Challenge

Explain the instructions for the non-verbal communication challenge. Encourage students to observe carefully and discuss the nuances of body language.

Debrief and Reflection

Wrap up the session with a quick debrief and reflection. Highlight key takeaways and connect the day's activities to real-life communication scenarios.

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Communicate Like a Pro!

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SHANNON MATUSKA

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