Welcome students! Today we’re going to learn about the difference between just hearing sounds and really listening. Let’s get our ears ready!

Explain that hearing is something our ears do automatically—it’s when sound waves enter our ears. Ask: “What are some sounds you hear right now?”

Highlight that listening is active: it needs focus. Ask: “When have you heard your name but didn’t answer? Why?”

Introduce activity. Remind students to close eyes and raise hand when they think they know the sound. Prepare audio clips.

Explain that you will read a short story only once. Encourage partners to whisper reminders if someone forgets.

Hand out the self-check sheets. Guide students to color or circle icons showing how well they listened.

Invite a few students to share one listening strategy. Reinforce the key point: listening helps us care and make friends.