Lesson Plan
Reading the Room Outline
Students will learn to identify and interpret nonverbal cues such as facial expressions, body posture, and tone in peer interactions through active observation and interactive practice.
Understanding nonverbal signals enhances social awareness, empathy, and communication skills, helping students build stronger peer relationships and resolve misunderstandings.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Silent Freeze-Frame
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction: Reading the Room
3 minutes
Step 3
Activity 1: Nonverbal Detective
7 minutes
Step 4
Activity 2: Emotion Charades Relay
7 minutes
Step 5
Discussion: What Did You Notice?
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Nonverbal Detective
Scenario 1: The Lunch Table
Scenario 2: The Hallway
Scenario 3: Group Discussion
Scenario 4: Playground Talk
Wrap-Up: Detective Debrief

Warm Up


Activity


Discussion

