Brave Voices Practice Plan
Brave Voices Practice Plan
Grade 1 • Step-by-Step Speaking & Sharing Guide
My Goal Brave Words! ⭐
Name:
Date:
Friend / Helper:
1. My Voice Ladder (Circle Your Step Today!)
Take 1 Step at a Time
1
Draw or Jot
Draw a picture or write in your home words.
My Own Time
2
Tell Teacher
Whisper your idea 1-on-1 to your teacher.
Safe Adult
3
Tell 1 Friend
Look at your friend and say your sentence.
Buddy Talk
4
Whole Class
Share with the group or let your friend help!
Star Speaker
🐢
Slow Turtle Breath (1 - 2 - 3)
No rush! Take a slow breath before you speak.
1 → 2 → 3 Now I am ready!
2. Word Starters (Point, Pick, and Say!)
Touch a card with your finger and read aloud
Share My Idea
CARD 1
"I see a ________."
CARD 2
"I like _________."
CARD 3 (Home Words)
"At home, I say ___."
Talk to a Friend
CARD 4
"Me too!" 👍
CARD 5
"I like your drawing!"
CARD 6
"Can you show me more?"
I Need a Minute
CARD 7
"One more second, please."
CARD 8
"Can I show my picture?"
CARD 9
"Can my friend go first?"
Draw or Write Your Idea Here First: Drawings count as big ideas! 🎨
Draw your picture or write 1-2 words here...
Tier 2 Speaking Support • Grade 1 Turn page to practice with a friend →
Friend Talk Lab
Talking with a Buddy (With My Teacher's Help)
Step 2 Goal Friend High-Five! ✋
The "Teacher-to-Friend" Bridge
Feel safe with adults? Try this!
If you love talking to your teacher, your teacher will help you share with a buddy!
1
Whisper to Teacher
Tell your teacher your favorite thought first.
2
Teacher Bridges
Teacher brings 1 kind buddy over to listen.
3
Show & Smile
Show your buddy your paper and say your line!
Take Turns Talking (2-Minute Game)
Partner Turn
🗣️ Partner 1: The Speaker
- 1. Take a slow turtle breath (1-2-3).
- 2. Show your picture or read your line.
- 3. Ask: "What do you think?"
👂 Partner 2: The Good Listener
- 1. Eyes on your friend.
- 2. Wait until your friend finishes speaking.
- 3. Say: "That's cool!" or "Me too!"
Done with Partner: I shared my idea I listened to friend Fist bump! 👊
Fun Questions to Ask a Friend (Pick 1!)
Easy & fun conversation starters
🐶 🐱 PETS
"Do you like dogs or cats more?"
🍦 🍎 YUMMY FOOD
"What is your favorite sweet treat?"
🚀 🦸 HERO POWER
"Would you rather fly or run super fast?"
🛝 ⚽ RECESS
"What do you love to play outside?"
How Did I Do Today?
Circle how you felt:
😊 Proud & Happy
🙂 Did Okay
🥺 A Little Shy
Tomorrow I will try: Draw first 🎨 Whisper to teacher 🍎 Say 1 sentence to buddy 💬
Every brave word counts! You are doing great. Page 2 of 2