Activity
THINK for Kind Talking
Ensuring that what we say is truthful, helpful, inspiring, necessary, and kind takes practice! In this social emotional learning activity, your child will set a goal for themselves to THINK before they speak. They will watch a short video that unpacks the acronym THINK, and then complete a worksheet activity to help them focus on the importance of remembering to THINK before speaking. This activity is a great way to help your child practice mindful communication and build important relationship skills.
What You Need:
- THINK Before You Speak worksheet
- "THINK before you speak" video (YouTube)
What You Do:
- Ask your child, "How do we know when we are speaking to others with care?"
- Tell them that one way to remember to use care when speaking is by remembering to "THINK" before we speak.
- Show the "THINK before you speak" video. Read through the video as they watch.
- Afterwards, ask your learner what stood out to them in the video.
- Review the THINK acronym (THINK stands for True, Helpful, Inspiring, Necessary, and Kind.)
- Ask, "What is one letter you would like to focus on this week?"
- Show your child the THINK Before You Speak worksheet, and read through its instructions.
- Guide them to complete the worksheet and activity.
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