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    3. Grade 6 Subjects
    4. Language Arts
    5. Activities
    6. Listening & Speaking

    Listening & Speaking Activities

    Grade 6 Oral Communication Excellence

    Engaging activities that develop confident speakers, critical listeners, and effective communicators through authentic Caribbean contexts and real-world applications.

    Caribbean Culture Podcast Studio

    Students create professional podcasts exploring Caribbean traditions, interviewing community members, and sharing cultural stories.

    3-4 weeks
    Intermediate
    Groups of 3-4

    Learning Objectives

    • Develop interviewing and questioning skills
    • Practice clear articulation and voice modulation
    • Learn audio editing and production basics
    • Explore Caribbean cultural heritage
    • Build confidence in public speaking

    Materials Needed

    • Recording devices or smartphones
    • Audio editing software (Audacity, GarageBand)
    • Interview planning templates
    • Cultural research resources
    • Presentation equipment

    Activity Procedures

    1. 1Research Caribbean cultural topics and identify interview subjects
    2. 2Develop interview questions using various questioning techniques
    3. 3Conduct practice interviews with peers for feedback
    4. 4Record interviews with community members or experts
    5. 5Edit audio content and add intro/outro music
    6. 6Create podcast cover art and episode descriptions
    7. 7Present podcasts to class and school community

    Assessment Criteria

    • Interview question quality and depth
    • Speaking clarity and engagement
    • Technical production skills
    • Cultural knowledge demonstrated
    • Collaboration and time management

    Extension Activities

    • Submit to local radio stations
    • Create podcast series throughout the year
    • Interview students from other Caribbean islands
    • Develop transcripts for accessibility
    View Detailed Lesson Plan

    Parliamentary Debate Championship

    Students engage in formal debates on current Caribbean issues, developing argumentation and critical listening skills.

    4-5 weeks
    Advanced
    Teams of 4-6

    Learning Objectives

    • Master formal debate structure and procedures
    • Develop logical argumentation skills
    • Practice active and critical listening
    • Research current Caribbean issues
    • Build confidence in public speaking

    Materials Needed

    • Debate topic cards
    • Research materials and databases
    • Timer for debate segments
    • Evaluation rubrics
    • Parliamentary procedure guides

    Activity Procedures

    1. 1Learn parliamentary debate format and rules
    2. 2Research assigned topics related to Caribbean issues
    3. 3Practice constructing logical arguments with evidence
    4. 4Conduct preliminary debates within class
    5. 5Participate in inter-class championship rounds
    6. 6Serve as judges for other teams' debates
    7. 7Reflect on debate performance and learning

    Assessment Criteria

    • Argument construction and evidence use
    • Rebuttal skills and critical thinking
    • Speaking delivery and confidence
    • Listening and response quality
    • Research depth and accuracy

    Extension Activities

    • Participate in regional debate competitions
    • Debate with students from other schools
    • Create video recordings for analysis
    • Develop position papers on debate topics
    View Detailed Lesson Plan

    Digital Storytelling Circle

    Students share personal and cultural stories using traditional oral techniques enhanced with digital recording and sharing.

    2-3 weeks
    Beginner to Intermediate
    Whole class

    Learning Objectives

    • Preserve and share cultural stories
    • Develop narrative speaking skills
    • Practice active listening and response
    • Use voice modulation and expression
    • Build classroom community

    Materials Needed

    • Recording devices
    • Story planning templates
    • Cultural story collections
    • Props and visual aids
    • Sharing platform (class blog/website)

    Activity Procedures

    1. 1Collect family and cultural stories from community
    2. 2Practice storytelling techniques (voice, gesture, pacing)
    3. 3Share stories in small circles for feedback
    4. 4Record polished versions of stories
    5. 5Create digital story collections with images
    6. 6Host storytelling festival for school community
    7. 7Reflect on cultural learning and connections

    Assessment Criteria

    • Story structure and narrative flow
    • Voice expression and engagement
    • Cultural authenticity and respect
    • Listening skills during others' stories
    • Digital presentation quality

    Extension Activities

    • Create illustrated story books
    • Share with elderly community members
    • Translate stories into multiple languages
    • Develop story-based drama performances
    View Detailed Lesson Plan

    Caribbean News Anchor Challenge

    Students research, write, and present news broadcasts focusing on Caribbean current events and issues.

    3 weeks
    Intermediate
    Groups of 4-5

    Learning Objectives

    • Develop news writing and presentation skills
    • Practice clear, professional speaking
    • Learn about current Caribbean events
    • Understand media literacy and bias
    • Build confidence in formal presentation

    Materials Needed

    • News sources and databases
    • Video recording equipment
    • News script templates
    • Teleprompter apps
    • Green screen or backdrop

    Activity Procedures

    1. 1Research current events in Caribbean region
    2. 2Write news scripts using proper format
    3. 3Practice news anchor delivery techniques
    4. 4Record news segments with proper pacing
    5. 5Edit videos with graphics and transitions
    6. 6Present live news broadcasts to class
    7. 7Analyze and critique news presentation styles

    Assessment Criteria

    • News writing accuracy and clarity
    • Professional speaking delivery
    • Research quality and current events knowledge
    • Technical production skills
    • Critical analysis of media

    Extension Activities

    • Create weekly news show for school
    • Interview local news professionals
    • Analyze bias in different news sources
    • Develop investigative reporting skills
    View Detailed Lesson Plan

    Caribbean Poetry Slam & Spoken Word

    Students write and perform original poetry celebrating Caribbean culture, identity, and contemporary issues.

    3-4 weeks
    Intermediate
    Individual and small groups

    Learning Objectives

    • Explore Caribbean poetic traditions
    • Develop creative writing and performance skills
    • Practice expressive speaking and voice control
    • Build confidence in artistic expression
    • Connect with cultural identity

    Materials Needed

    • Caribbean poetry collections
    • Writing journals and materials
    • Recording equipment
    • Performance space setup
    • Evaluation rubrics

    Activity Procedures

    1. 1Study Caribbean poets and spoken word artists
    2. 2Explore themes of identity, culture, and social issues
    3. 3Write original poems using various forms
    4. 4Practice performance techniques (rhythm, emphasis)
    5. 5Participate in class poetry slams
    6. 6Record performances for digital portfolio
    7. 7Organize school-wide poetry celebration

    Assessment Criteria

    • Creative writing quality and originality
    • Performance delivery and expression
    • Cultural themes and authenticity
    • Audience engagement and response
    • Reflection on artistic growth

    Extension Activities

    • Participate in community poetry events
    • Create poetry chapbooks
    • Collaborate with local artists
    • Develop multimedia poetry presentations
    View Detailed Lesson Plan

    Interview the Expert

    Students conduct formal interviews with community experts, professionals, and elders to gather knowledge and stories.

    2-3 weeks
    Intermediate
    Pairs or small groups

    Learning Objectives

    • Develop professional interviewing skills
    • Practice question formulation techniques
    • Learn from community knowledge holders
    • Build intergenerational connections
    • Develop active listening skills

    Materials Needed

    • Interview planning templates
    • Recording devices
    • Contact lists of community experts
    • Thank you note templates
    • Presentation materials

    Activity Procedures

    1. 1Identify community experts in various fields
    2. 2Research background information on interviewees
    3. 3Develop thoughtful interview questions
    4. 4Practice interview techniques with peers
    5. 5Conduct formal interviews with experts
    6. 6Transcribe and analyze interview content
    7. 7Share learning with class through presentations

    Assessment Criteria

    • Interview preparation and research quality
    • Question development and variety
    • Professional conduct during interviews
    • Active listening and follow-up skills
    • Knowledge sharing and presentation

    Extension Activities

    • Create community knowledge database
    • Develop mentorship relationships
    • Organize expert speaker series
    • Create documentary-style presentations
    View Detailed Lesson Plan

    Teaching Tips for Listening & Speaking Activities

    Creating Safe Speaking Environments

    • • Establish clear ground rules for respectful listening
    • • Use warm-up activities to build confidence
    • • Provide sentence starters for reluctant speakers
    • • Celebrate effort as much as achievement
    • • Allow processing time before responses

    Supporting Diverse Learners

    • • Honor home languages and dialects
    • • Provide visual supports and graphic organizers
    • • Offer choice in presentation formats
    • • Use peer partnerships for support
    • • Scaffold complex speaking tasks