Lesson Plan
Silent Connections Lesson Plan
Students will learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder and non-verbal communication strengths, then practice empathy and inclusive strategies through interactive activities.
Building awareness of non-verbal peers fosters empathy, social-emotional growth, and a more supportive classroom where all students feel valued.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to ASD
5 minutes
Step 2
Gesture Relay Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
7 minutes
Step 4
Strategy Brainstorm
8 minutes
Slide Deck
Silent Connections
Lesson Objectives
Introduction to ASD
Gesture Relay Activity
Group Discussion
Strategy Brainstorm
Closing & Reflection
Lesson Plan
Silent Voices Unite
Students will explore Autism Spectrum Disorder and non-verbal communication, practice expressing and interpreting messages without speech, and develop inclusive strategies to support two classmates (ages 8 and 13) who communicate non-verbally.
This lesson fosters empathy and social inclusion by helping students understand and adapt to non-verbal communication styles of peers on the autism spectrum, empowering them with practical strategies to ensure every voice is heard.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Non-Verbal Communication
5 minutes
Step 2
Gesture Relay Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
7 minutes
Step 4
Inclusive Strategy Brainstorm
8 minutes
Slide Deck
Silent Voices Unite
Lesson Objectives
What is ASD and Non-Verbal Communication?
Gesture Relay Activity
Group Discussion
Inclusive Strategy Brainstorm
Closing & Reflection
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
