Mindful Moment Newletter
Social Emotional Support for AUSD
Listening Tool
Did you know listening goes beyond just using your ears? Toolbox believes listening is a full body experience that includes your ears, eyes and heart.
When we use our whole body to listen, we are able to gain better understanding into what is trying to be communicated. We are able to consider other non-verbal messages that are being communicated such as tone of voice, body language and behavior. This creates a deeper understanding and connection to others and builds our capacity for empathy.
Books to learn more about the Listening Tool
Listen and Learn by Cheri J. Mieners
The Listening Walk by
Why Should I Listen? by Mike Gordon
Whole Body Listening Worksheet
Listening Cat Coloring Sheet
Listening Social Story
Wildcat Listening Tool and Active Listening Highlights from our Middle School Counselor Mrs. Worden
Listening Skill Exercise #1
Write three examples of how we can be active listeners during Distance Learning, and three examples of how we can derail class during Distance Learning. Share.
Listening Exercise #2
What does it mean to you to be an active listener? Share in one word what active listening means to you.