Lesson Plan
Active Listening Blueprint
Strengthen 10th graders’ active listening and nonverbal communication by guiding them through awareness, mirroring practice, reflective journaling, and goal-setting exercises.
Effective communication builds empathy, trust, and stronger relationships. This focused session boosts self-awareness of body language and listening habits, helping students connect more meaningfully.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Objectives
5 minutes
Step 2
Explore Nonverbal Signals
10 minutes
Step 3
Mirror Me Listening Exercise
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflective Listening Log
10 minutes
Step 5
One-Minute Feedback Cool-down
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Nonverbal Signals Unpacked
What Are Nonverbal Signals?
Facial Expressions
Eye Contact
Posture & Gestures
Tone of Voice & Pace
Spot the Signal: Mini Exercise
Reflect & Next Steps

Activity


Journal


Cool Down


Script


Cool Down

