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Friendship Begins with A Smile

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Students examine the emotions behind different facial expressions. They explain how it feels when someone smiles at them and practice smiling and speaking to someone with eye contact. They also demonstrate the characteristics of active listening.

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friendship, listening comprehension

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friendship, listening, english language arts
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Grade
K - 2nd
Subjects
English Language Arts
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For Teacher Use
Duration
30 mins
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
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