Objective

To identify and practice using effective communication skills.

Description of Tasks

Part 1—Complete puzzles describing 1) communication styles: aggressive, assertive, passive, and passive-aggressive; or 2) communication skills: active listening, empathy, nonverbal communication, and respect.

Part 2—Similar to a board game. Overview of instructions:

1) Roll colored dice and move playing piece on the same colored path.

2) Draw the cards from the space they landed on and identify what communication skills or styles were used, if any. (Each space contains cards with parts of a script. The script will develop with each move. The final script will vary by paths taken and communication skills and styles used or not used.)

**Repeat steps 1-2 until reaching a final script.

3) Draw and answer debrief questions.

4) Players rewrite the script in their own words.

Example Content

Example of Content on Puzzle

Active Listening:

· When you show you understand what someone really means…

· Not just hear the words they say, but interpret them;

· It requires paying attention to their tone, body language, and message.

· Example: “Your tone seems like you aren’t ready to have sex, if that’s the case then it’s okay. You can tell me.”