Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to create a fun conversation with a friend!

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: paper, crayons/markers, and a willing friend or family member to have a conversation with.

Before the lesson, think about some interesting things you'd like to talk about with your friend.

Activities

1. Draw a picture of you and your friend having a conversation. What are you talking about?

2. Practice introducing yourself to your friend. Say your name and ask for their name.

3. Create a short story with your friend. Each of you can add one sentence at a time.

4. Use your imagination to come up with a pretend scenario to talk about with your friend, like going on a magical adventure or exploring a new planet.

Talking Points

• Ask your friend how they are doing today. You can say, "Hi! How are you feeling?"
• Share something interesting about your day. You can say, "Guess what happened to me today!"
• Ask your friend about their favorite hobby or activity. You can say, "What do you like to do for fun?"
• Imagine a fun adventure together. You can say, "Let's pretend we are pirates searching for hidden treasure!"
• Practice being a good listener. When your friend is talking, nod and smile to show you are listening.