Lesson Plan: Comprehensive Speech and Language Program for 3rd Grade

Objective: Students will develop effective speaking and listening skills aligned with the California Common Core Speaking and Listening Standards for 3rd grade.

Materials: - Chart paper - Markers - Picture cards or objects for vocabulary practice - Timer - Recording device (optional)

Lesson 1: Introduction to Speaking and Listening Skills

1. Warm-up Activity (10 minutes):
   • Engage students in a discussion about the importance of effective communication.
   • Ask students to share examples of situations where good speaking and listening skills are necessary.
   • Write their responses on chart paper.
2. Vocabulary Practice (15 minutes):
   • Introduce new vocabulary words related to speaking and listening skills (e.g., articulate, enunciate, attentive, respectful).
   • Show picture cards or objects representing each word and ask students to guess the meaning.
   • Discuss the correct definitions and provide examples of how each word is used in context.
3. Speaking Activity: “Describe and Draw” (20 minutes):
   • Divide students into pairs.
   • Give each pair a picture card or object.
   • One student describes the picture or object to their partner without showing it.
   • The partner listens attentively and tries to draw what they hear.
   • After a set time, have students compare the original picture/object with the drawing.
   • Discuss the importance of clear and detailed communication.
4. Reflection and Wrap-up (10 minutes):
   • Ask students to share their experiences during the activity and what they learned about effective speaking and listening skills.
   • Summarize the importance of these skills and how they can be applied in various situations.

Lesson 2: Speaking and Listening Strategies

1. Warm-up Activity: “Think-Pair-Share” (10 minutes):
   • Present a thought-provoking question or statement related to a topic of interest to students.
   • Give students a few minutes to think individually about their response.
   • Pair students up and have them share their thoughts.
   • Select a few pairs to share their ideas with the whole class.
2. Speaking Strategy: “Turn and Talk” (15 minutes):
   • Explain the “Turn and Talk” strategy, where students take turns speaking and listening to each other.
   • Provide a topic or question related to a subject they are studying (e.g., a book they read, a science concept).
   • Set a timer for each turn (e.g., 1 minute).
   • After each turn, students switch roles.
   • Encourage active listening and respectful feedback.
3. Listening Strategy: “Note-Taking” (20 minutes):
   • Explain the importance of taking notes while listening to a speaker.
   • Model effective note-taking strategies (e.g., using abbreviations, organizing information).
   • Play a short audio recording or read aloud a passage.
   • Instruct students to take notes while listening.
   • Discuss the main points and compare notes.
4. Reflection and Wrap-up (10 minutes):
   • Ask students to reflect on the speaking and listening strategies they practiced.
   • Discuss how these strategies can help them become better communicators.
   • Encourage students to use these strategies in their daily interactions.

Note: These lessons can be adapted and expanded upon based on the specific needs and interests of the students.