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Camp Conversation: Develop Friendship Skills in a Gentle Environment

Completed by 4 learners
Ages 8-11
Live Group Class
In this one-week camp, learners will be taught basic verbal conversation skills and have opportunities to practice them in a gentle small-group environment.
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(24 reviews)

Live video meetings
5x per week, 1 week
1-2 learners per class
30 min

What's included

5 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 5
Beginner - Intermediate Level
In this one-week camp, learners will be taught basic verbal conversation skills
and have opportunities to practice them in a gentle small-group environment. 

Topics to be covered include:
Day 1: Greeting someone and introducing yourself
Day 2: Introducing other people and putting someone at ease
Day 3: Listening and expressing curiosity
Day 4: Giving and receiving a compliment
Day 5: Making small-talk and saying goodbye

This will be a learner-centered discussion group. Each learner will have time to
Both speak and listen. 

There will also be video clips, picture books, games, and presentation slides. 

Each session will be structured: 
5 min—Catch-up with one another
5 min—Introduce new conversation skills
15 min—Practice together
5 min—Review the skills

Learning Goals

Learners will develop confidence in their own self-expression.

Learners will make new friends.

Learners will cultivate their conversation skills.

Learners will grow in social awareness including understanding social normals, cultural differences, and appropriate behavior in various contexts. 

Learners will develop compassion and empathy for others.

Learners will problem solve, using their own critical thinking skills while collaborating with others. 

Learners will practice active listening, fostering an understanding of other perspectives.

Other Details

Learning Needs
Gentle environment Structured routine Visual elements and support Individualized attention and support
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will be referring to "What Can I Say: A Kid's Guide to Super-Useful Social Skills to Help You Get Along and Express Yourself" by Catherine Newman.

Meet the teacher

Joined July, 2023
4.8
24reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Valdosta State University
💰 Get $20 off your first class with referral code MsArlin20 💰

🙋🏻‍♀️ Hello! My name is Arline. 

I'm a former public school teacher with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. 📚

👩🏻‍🏫 I love helping young people grow to love reading and writing and successfuly navigating the elementary and tween years! 

My highest values are curiosity and kindness, and I bring these qualities to my work. I'm excited to meet your learner! 💝

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