Active listening isn't just about hearing what someone says; it's about understanding their message completely. It means paying close attention, asking clarifying questions, and showing the speaker you care about what they're saying. Good active listening skills help you build better relationships and understand new ideas more easily. It involves both verbal and non-verbal cues to show the speaker you are engaged.
This worksheet focuses on building key active listening skills. By mastering these activities, you'll enhance your comprehension, improve your communication, and foster stronger relationships with peers and adults. Let's begin!
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Empathy | A. Restating what the speaker said in your own words |
| 2. Clarifying | B. Understanding and sharing the feelings of another |
| 3. Non-verbal cues | C. Asking questions to ensure understanding |
| 4. Reflecting | D. Body language that shows you are listening |
| 5. Attending | E. Giving your full attention to the speaker |
Complete the paragraph with the correct words from the word bank: attention, understanding, repeating, questions, feedback.
Active listening requires giving your full _____ to the speaker. It involves not just hearing the words, but also ensuring _____. A key part of active listening is asking _____ to clarify anything you don't understand. Another technique is _____ the speaker's points to confirm your comprehension and providing positive _____ to show you are engaged.
Think about a time when you felt like someone wasn't really listening to you. How did that make you feel? What could they have done differently to show that they were actively listening?
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