Signs, Gestures, and Communication Words
Signs, Gestures, and Communication Words
Lesson duration is: 10 minItems in this lesson
Signs, Gestures, and Communication Words
What do you already know about communication words?
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson, you will be able to understand new words related to ways people communicate, and use them correctly in sentences.
What is a Sign?
A sign is a movement or sound you make to tell somebody something. Signs help us share messages without words.
Understanding Gestures
A gesture is a movement of the hand or head. People use gestures to express ideas or feelings.
Wag, Command, and Response
To wag means to move something from side to side. A command is an order. A response is an answer you give to someone.
Motivation, Engage, and Intellectual
Motivations are reasons for wanting to do something. To engage means to take part in something. Intellectual relates to the mind and thinking.
Key Vocabulary Review
Words
Response, Motivations, Engage, Intellectual
Sign, Gesture, Wag, Command
Words
Try It Yourself!
Choose the correct word from the list to complete these sentences: 1. She gave a quick thumbs-up as a ________. 2. The teacher used a polite hand ________. 3. The puppy began to ________ its tail. 4. The sergeant gave a ________. 5. I am still waiting for a ________. 6. Your personal ________ are important. 7. It is important to ________ in discussions. 8. Solving puzzles is an ________ challenge.
