Sixth graders build relationship skills by learning to communicate well — using “I” statements, listening actively, making eye contact, asking questions, and speaking clearly. Good communication prevents misunderstandings. They match skills to examples, then practice.
Students will be able to…
How do you say what you mean so others really understand?
Project this and match each skill to what it looks like — tap the skill, then tap the example.
Tap any phase to open the teacher moves and student actions.
When have your words been taken the wrong way?
Students learn.
Students practice.
Students apply.
Students close.
Aligned to the CASEL Framework for Social and Emotional Learning across its five core competencies.
Communicate clearly and effectively.
Listen actively.
Understand others’ messages.
Express feelings respectfully.
Preview the three formative checks. Tap “Sample answer” to see what mastery looks like — hide them before you print for students.
Have students practice an "I" statement and active listening. A printable prompt sheet is in the SEL library.
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A quick self-check with instant feedback, drawn from this lesson’s key terms.
A print-and-go review sheet with a built-in answer key. Tap “Show answer key” to reveal answers, or print the clean version for students.