Articulating yourself
I can practise giving my opinion in an articulate way and advocating for myself to adults in a polite and respectful manner.
Articulating yourself
I can practise giving my opinion in an articulate way and advocating for myself to adults in a polite and respectful manner.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- It is important to speak clearly and use precise, concise language to convey your thoughts and ideas effectively.
- Articulating yourself well can help to communicate ideas and build stronger relationships.
- Being articulate enables us to advocate for ourselves, stand up for our rights and support others who may need help.
- When we advocate for ourselves and others, we can be polite and express gratitude as well as saying what we need.
Keywords
Articulate - when you articulate yourself, you speak clearly, stay on topic and say what you mean in a precise way
Opinion - a view or belief that a person has
Advocate - speaking up for or supporting a cause, idea or person
Common misconception
Pupils may think that advocating for yourself means that you will always get what you want or that it is always appropriate to do so.
Encourage pupils to remember that their perspective is not the only one; they may be in the wrong! This is why being polite and respectful is so important.
To help you plan your year 6 english lesson on: Articulating yourself, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 6 english lesson on: Articulating yourself, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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