Listening Lab Slides Listening Lab
Level 1: Whole Body Training
Do we only listen with our ears?
👂
EARS
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WHAT ELSE?
Eyes are Looking
Look at the person who is talking. It shows them you are ready!
Ears are Listening
Both ears are open and ready to catch all the words!
Mouth is Quiet
Zip it up! Keep your voice off so others can hear the speaker.
Body is Still
Hands in your lap. Feet on the floor. Be like a quiet statue!
Heart is Caring
Think about how the speaker feels. Listening is being a good friend!
Secret Mission
Use your Whole Body to solve the Scenario Cards!
Scenario Snap Cards Story Time Circle
The teacher is reading a funny book about a dinosaur!
THE CHALLENGE
Sit on your carpet square. Show where your eyes should look while the teacher reads!
👀 Eyes 🔇 Mouth
Secret Whispers
Your friend wants to tell you about their new pet!
THE CHALLENGE
Lean in close. Keep your ears open and your heart caring.
👂 Ears 💖 Heart
Lunchroom Loud
Everyone is talking, but the lunch helper needs you to line up!
THE CHALLENGE
Turn your voice off immediately. Show your "Listening Ears" are ready!
🔇 Mouth 👂 Ears
Recess Rules
A coach is explaining how to play "Freeze Tag."
THE CHALLENGE
Freeze like a statue! Keep your hands and feet completely still.
⚓ Body 👀 Eyes
Show and Tell
Your friend is showing the class their favorite teddy bear.
THE CHALLENGE
Nod your head to show you are thinking about what they are saying.
💡 Brain 💖 Heart
Mystery Sound
Wait! Did you hear that? Shh... listen closely.
THE CHALLENGE
Put your hand behind your ear. What do you hear in our room right now?
👂 Ears 🔇 Mouth
Safety Drill
A loud bell rings. It's time to be very, very quiet.
THE CHALLENGE
Turn your voice off instantly. Walk silently to the door like a mouse.
🔇 Mouth ⚓ Body
Kitchen Helper
Someone at home asks for help finding a blue towel.
THE CHALLENGE
Repeat the direction back. "You want a blue towel?" Then go find it!
💡 Brain 🗣️ Voice
Listening Hero Worksheet Listening Lab Report
Level 1 Training Complete!
NAME:
DATE:
Mission 1: Circle the parts of your body that help you listen!
Eyes
Ears
Quiet Mouth
Still Hands
Caring Heart
Cookie
Mission 2: Complete the Listening Pledge!
I am a Listening Hero when I use my whole body to show respect to others.
Draw a picture of you being a Listening Hero!
Listening Lab Teacher Guide Listening Lab Guide
Whole Body Listening • Kindergarten
SESSION TIME: 45 MIN
Objectives
• Students will identify the body parts used for whole-body listening (eyes, ears, mouth, hands, feet, brain, heart).
• Students will demonstrate listening skills in role-play scenarios.
Materials
Listening Lab Slides
Scenario Snap Cards
Listening Hero Worksheet
The Training Sequence
1
The "Listening Ears" Hook (5 min)
Start with a game of "Listening Simon Says." Give instructions that involve different body parts (e.g., "Simon says... look at the teacher," "Simon says... put hands in lap"). After a few rounds, ask: "Did we just use our ears to play?"
2
Direct Instruction: The Slides (10 min)
Project the Listening Lab Slides. For each body part, have the students mimic the action.
3
Guided Practice: Scenario Cards (15 min)
Pick a few Scenario Snap Cards to model for the class. Ask for student volunteers to "act out" the scenario while the rest of the class identifies which body parts they are using.
4
Independent Work: Lab Report (10 min)
Distribute the Listening Hero Worksheet. While they work, circulate the room and look for "Whole Body Listeners" in action!
Lab Variations (Differentiation)
Challenge
Have students create their own 'Scenario Card' by drawing a situation where listening is hard but important.
Support
Provide visual cues/anchor charts for each body part. Use a 'Fidget Tool' for students who need movement while listening.
