Following and Giving Directions Fun
Learning to listen and communicate clearly Fun activities for Year 1 students Building important social skills
What Are Directions?
Instructions that tell us what to do Help us know where to go Make activities safe and fun Everyone needs to listen carefully
Simon Says Warm-Up
Listen for 'Simon Says' before following Only move when you hear the magic words Practice listening carefully Have fun with simple movements
Good Listeners Use Their Whole Body
Eyes look at the speaker Ears listen to the words Hands are still and ready Body faces the speaker
Sally Says Game
Sally gives directions to follow Listen carefully to Sally's words Only move when Sally says to move Take turns being Sally
Giving Clear Directions
Use simple, easy words Speak slowly and clearly Use your hands to point or show Check if others understand
Following vs. Giving Directions
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Teacher's Direction Challenge
Teacher gives step-by-step tasks Follow each step carefully Raise hand if you need help Celebrate when everyone succeeds
What Makes Directions Easy to Follow?
Think about the best directions you've heard What helped you understand? How can we help our friends understand us?
Students Give Directions
Students direct teacher to move around room Use clear, simple words Point to show where to go Help teacher understand
Partner Direction Practice
Work with a friend Take turns giving and following Use kind, helpful words Help each other succeed
Independent Direction Following
Follow picture directions on your own Read the pictures carefully Complete each step Ask for help if needed
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