Lesson Plan
Silent Signals Lesson Plan
Students will learn and practice at least three nonverbal gestures (e.g., thumbs-up, waving, pointing) to communicate basic messages with peers who don’t speak English, then apply them in partner activities.
Teaching nonverbal cues fosters empathy and inclusion in a linguistically diverse classroom, ensuring every student can collaborate and participate.
Audience
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Materials
Prep
Set Up Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Nonverbal Cues
5 minutes
Step 2
Gesture Matching Game
10 minutes
Step 3
Role-Play Practice
10 minutes
Step 4
Classroom Debrief
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Silent Signals: Nonverbal Communication
Lesson Objectives
What Is Nonverbal Communication?
Gesture Flashcards
Activity 1: Gesture Matching Game
Activity 2: Role-Play Practice
Classroom Debrief
Next Steps & Reflection
Thank You!

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