Greeting Others

Greeting others is a fundamental social skill. Explicit instruction helps children feel confident and competent in social interactions.

• Framework: Montessori
• Unit: Practical Life
• Learning area: Grace & Courtesy
• Level: Ages 3-5

Objectives

• Learn appropriate social greetings
• Develop interpersonal skills
• Build confidence in social situations
• Practice cultural awareness

Materials

• None required—role play activity

Instructions

1. Role-play scenario: meeting someone new. 2. Show how to make eye contact. 3. Demonstrate clear, friendly greeting: 'Good morning, I'm [name].' 4. Show handshake (if culturally appropriate): firm but gentle. 5. Discuss different greetings for different situations. 6. Practice with partners.

Educator tip

Discuss how greetings vary across cultures. Include greetings in children's home languages.

Assessment

Child greets others appropriately, makes eye contact, and speaks clearly.

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