People communicate in all sorts of ways. As part of a study of nonverbal communication, teams of three must complete a puzzle without speaking to one another. After debriefing the activity and analyzing the messages nonverbal cues reveal, groups perform skits that include words, facial expressions, and gestures.

Concepts

communication, listening, body language, social-emotional learning, facial expressions, gestures

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Instructional Ideas

• Laminate the pictures, index cards, and puzzle pieces to permit reuse

Classroom Considerations

• First of five lessons in the Overcoming Obstacles series designed for high schoolers
• Requires copies

Pros

• Includes suggestions for extending the lesson and a homework assignment  

Cons

• None