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Mike is telling his friend about a video game. While he talks, his friend starts looking at the door and turning his body away.
What non-verbal cue is the friend showing? What is the communication breakdown? How can he fix it?
During group work, Jake explains the directions. His classmate squints, tilts their head, and looks confused.
What non-verbal cue is the friend showing? What is the breakdown? How can he fix it?
Marcus is telling a story at lunch. A friend opens their mouth like they want to talk and raises their hand slightly, but Marcus keeps going.
What non-verbal cue is the friend showing? What is the breakdown? How can he fix it?
Louie walks up to a classmate and stands very close to their face while talking. The classmate takes two steps backward.
What non-verbal cue is the friend showing? What is the breakdown? How can he fix it?
A peer makes a joke. Everyone else smiles and laughs, but Peter responds with a serious answer, and the group gets quiet.
What non-verbal cue is the friend showing? What is the breakdown? How can he fix it?
Lucy starts talking to a classmate who is looking down at their book and not making eye contact.
What non-verbal cue is the friend showing? What is the breakdown? How can he fix it?
Bob asks his friend, “Do you want to play soccer?” His friend shrugs their shoulders and makes a unsure face.
What non-verbal cue is the friend showing? What is the breakdown? How can he fix it?
Carla tells a classmate an idea, but the classmate leans in and says, “What?” while cupping their ear.
What non-verbal cue is the friend showing? What is the breakdown? How can he fix it?
Mary keeps talking about the same topic during recess. The other kids start sighing, looking around, and kicking the ground.
What non-verbal cue is the friend showing? What is the breakdown? How can he fix it?
During a partner project, Jaiden keeps grabbing the pencil. His partner crosses their arms and frowns.
What non-verbal cue is the friend showing? What is the breakdown? How can he fix it?
