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GRADE 2 · CREATE AND COMMUNICATE · ABOUT 25 MINUTES

Give clear friendly instructions

Explain a small task in an understandable order.

Understand the idea

A helpful instruction says what to do. Kind words and listening help a partner ask for clarification.

WORKED EXAMPLE

Please put the blue pencil in the tray is clearer than Put it there.

Watch it step by step

Step 1 of 4
YOUR MESSAGE TAKES SHAPE1. Choose2. Say3. Listen4. Improve

Choose

Choose a safe classroom task.

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  1. Choose

    Choose a safe classroom task.

  2. Say

    Name the object and the action.

  3. Listen

    Let a partner try or ask a question.

  4. Improve

    Replace an unclear word with a specific one.

TRY BEFORE CHECKING

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MAKE SOMETHING YOU CAN EXPLAIN

Your practical challenge

Give three instructions for arranging pencils. Swap roles and improve one instruction.

Review your evidence

These ticks are your self-review. They do not automatically assess project quality. Ask an adult or partner to review what you can show.

Use the skill in a new situation

Explain a different classroom routine.

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