Some students jump into a story before giving the background information their listener needs. They might leave out where something happened, who was involved, or when the event took place. This creates confusion and makes it harder for peers or teachers to follow the...
In preschool, many students know what they want to play, but fewer know how to invite someone to join them. That is where teaching shared play ideas becomes essential. When students can clearly express what they would like to do and invite others to join, it creates...
Sarcasm can be tricky for students to recognize, and even harder to use effectively. Some students interpret sarcasm literally. Others may struggle to understand when it's playful versus pointed. And for many, using sarcasm in the right context takes modeling and...
Learning how to greet others is one of the most important foundational conversation skills students can build. Whether saying hello at the start of the day or entering a group activity, a confident and respectful greeting sets the tone for the interaction. Yet many...
Students often need help recognizing how to manage the flow of a conversation. They may jump to new topics too quickly, stay stuck on one idea, or change the subject without giving others a chance to respond. These behaviors can make conversations feel confusing or...
Middle schoolers are expected to email teachers regularly, but few are taught how to do it well. Many students use the same tone with teachers that they would with friends. Others leave out key details or send emails that come off as abrupt or unclear. These...
Many students are taught how to start a conversation, but fewer are taught how to end one. That’s where this lesson comes in. Ending a conversation is a key part of pragmatic language development. Without this skill, students may walk away abruptly, linger awkwardly,...
Elementary students are still learning how to regulate their words in social situations. They may blurt out whatever they’re thinking—sometimes out of excitement, sometimes without understanding the impact. Many don’t yet recognize that not every thought needs to be...
Preschoolers are just beginning to learn conversation skills. They may talk over others, change the subject suddenly, or focus only on what they want to say. These patterns are common at this age—but with structured support, students can begin to build the skills that...
