Lesson Plan

Listen Like a Pro Lesson Plan

Teach 6th graders the essential skill of active listening to improve communication and build better relationships.

Active listening helps students understand others more deeply and supports effective classroom interaction and personal growth.

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Materials

Prep

Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

10 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Listening Activities

30 minutes

Step 3

Reflective Discussion

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Listen Like a Pro

Introduce the lesson objectives and set a positive tone. Mention that today the focus is on active listening and explain briefly why it's important.

What is Active Listening?

Discuss what active listening means. Use examples and ask students to share when they felt listened to.

Interactive Listening Activity

Explain the interactive activity. Divide students into pairs and let them practice active listening techniques. Remind them to nod, paraphrase and show empathy.

Reflect & Share

Guide a class discussion. Ask reflective questions using provided discussion prompts, encouraging students to share insights and challenges.

Key Takeaways

Summarize key points and emphasize the importance of practicing active listening both in and out of school.

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Discussion

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