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.

Choose to say or point to your first word. Try “I have an idea.” Invite the student to point, show you, or say it with you.

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