Nerves about speaking up

Practice a helpful move for nerves about speaking up.

Picture cards: Pick one line · Try it once · Pause if needed

Use a pretend example. Students may watch or pass. Read the picture cards aloud. Say, “Watch me try one move.” Then model the words or action below.

Say one opening line to a partner. Try “I want to tell you about my drawing.” Try it once with a partner. Switch roles and try it again.

Say, “Show or tell me your first move.” Point to the card that matches. If needed, model it together once more.