Welcome students to the “Talk, Text, Connect” lesson. Introduce the three modes of communication and explain why these skills matter in school and life.

Define communication broadly, then walk through each mode. Ask students for examples.

Explain that tone, volume, and word choice affect how our message is received. Demonstrate saying the same sentence in different tones.

Hand out the worksheets and pair students. Circulate to support clear delivery. After 10 minutes, invite two pairs to demonstrate.

Act out simple expressions (happy, confused, angry) and ask students to identify them. Emphasize posture and gestures.

Project each image card one at a time. Students write their interpretations, then share. Guide discussion on accuracy and context.

Discuss how digital messages can be misread without tone and body language. Collect a few student stories.

Display the poster and give each group sticky notes. Encourage a range of behaviors (e.g., using emojis appropriately, avoiding ALL CAPS).

Explain that this exit ticket helps you see what they learned and what to revisit. Collect them as students leave.

Summarize the key takeaways. Encourage students to practice these skills daily. Invite any final questions.