Listening Up: Be An Active Listener!
Learning to listen with our ears, eyes, and hearts Year 3 English - Active Listening Skills
What is Active Listening?
Using our whole body to listen Paying attention with our ears AND eyes Showing we care about what others say Being respectful when someone is talking
Good Listeners vs Poor Listeners
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The Listening Game
Partner up with a classmate One person tells a short story (30 seconds) The listener must remember 3 details Switch roles and try again Practice using good listening body language
Why is Active Listening Important?
Helps us make good friends Shows respect for others Helps us learn new things Makes everyone feel included and valued Prevents misunderstandings
Remember This!
We have two ears and one mouth so we can listen twice as much as we speak
Active Listening Body Language
Eyes on the speaker Lean in slightly to show interest Nod your head to show understanding Keep your hands still Face your whole body toward the speaker
My Listening Pledge Worksheet
Complete your personal listening pledge Draw yourself being a good listener Write 3 ways you will show active listening Share your pledge with a partner Display pledges in our classroom
Let's Practice Active Listening Every Day!
Remember to use your listening body language Show respect by paying attention Include everyone in conversations Practice at home, school, and with friends Be a listening superhero!
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