Speak Up!
What is self-advocacy?
Speaking up for yourself and your needs.
What is a polite way to ask a teacher for help?
Excuse me, can you help me understand this?
Why is eye contact important when speaking?
It shows confidence and that you’re paying attention.
You don’t understand your homework. What should you do?
Ask your teacher politely for help.
How can good communication help you in school?
It helps you get help when needed and build good relationships.
Why is self-advocacy important?
It helps you get help when you need it.
True or False: Saying, "I don’t get this!” is the best way to ask for help.
False! A better way is, “Can you explain this part again?”
What does crossing your arms while talking say to others?
It might make you look closed off or upset.
A friend talks over you. How do you speak up?
“Can I finish my thought first? Then I’d love to hear what you think.”)
How does being a good communicator help in the future?
It helps with jobs, friendships, and life!
True or False: Self-advocacy means demanding things from others.
False! It means asking in a respectful way
How can you ask for help without feeling embarrassed?
Remember, everyone needs help sometimes! Just ask politely.
True or False: Speaking too fast makes it easier for people to understand you.
False! Speaking too fast can make it harder to understand.
You feel nervous speaking in class. What’s one way to feel more confident?
Take deep breaths and practice what you want to say.
What happens if you don’t speak up for yourself?
You might not get the help or support you need.
Give an example of when you might need to advocate for yourself.
Asking a teacher for extra help.
What should you do if you ask for help but still don’t understand?
Ask for more details or a different explanation.
How can you sound more confident when asking for help?
Speak clearly and use a strong but friendly voice.
You have a great idea for a group project, but you’re shy. What should you do?
Raise your hand and say, “I have an idea I’d like to share.”
What’s one way to practice better communication?
Practice speaking clearly and using polite words.
What are two ways you can practice being a better self-advocate?
Speak clearly and be polite.
What’s the best way to ask a friend for help if you’re struggling in class?
“Hey, could you explain this to me? I want to make sure I get it.”
What should you do if someone interrupts you while you’re speaking?
Politely say, “I’d like to finish what I was saying first.”
A teacher gave you a grade lower than you expected. How can you ask about it?
“Can we go over my work together so I can understand my grade?”
Why is listening just as important as speaking?
It helps you understand others and communicate better.