Listening Ears Activity for Kids (K-1) – Fun Way to Practice Active Listening and Communication Skills

Want to teach your little ones how to be awesome listeners? The Listening Ears Activity is a fun and creative way to help kids in grades K-1 practice active listening and communication skills. By creating their own special “listening ears” headbands, kids get to explore how to be better listeners and communicators—all while having a blast!

With easy-to-follow scripts, headband templates, and conversation starters, we’ve made this activity super simple for both parents and teachers. Whether you’re at home or in the classroom, this activity is perfect for building those essential social skills that help kids connect with others.

What’s Inside:

• Listening Ears Headband Template: A fun craft where kids can cut, decorate, and wear their own headbands to remind them to use their listening ears!
• Role-Play Conversation Starters: Simple conversation prompts to help kids practice taking turns speaking and listening.
• Active Listening Reflection Worksheet: A worksheet that encourages kids to think about how it feels to be a good listener and how they can improve.
• Listening Skills Checklist: A helpful checklist for kids to self-assess and track their progress in becoming better listeners.
• Listening Games Instructions: Fun games like “Simon Says” that reinforce good listening habits while keeping things playful!

Why Parents & Teachers Will Love It:

• Easy, Fun, and Engaging: This activity makes learning about listening a hands-on, creative experience that kids love.
• Supports Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Kids build critical skills like active listening, respectful communication, and empathy.
• Perfect for Home or Classroom: With separate scripts for parents and teachers, it’s a flexible and fun activity for any setting.
• Builds Self-Awareness: The reflection worksheets and checklists help kids think about their listening habits and how to improve.

So if you’re ready to help your kiddos strengthen their listening skills in a fun and engaging way, the Listening Ears Activity is perfect for you. Great for both home and classroom use!