Receiving, retaining and processing information 

This skill is about how learners receive information – whether from a peer, an educator, or someone else. Initially, learners reliably receive information by maintaining focus, recalling simple instructions, checking they understand, and passing on information accurately. 

 

Next, learners listen actively, recognising communication’s purpose, making notes, demonstrating their engagement, and using open questions. 

 

Building the skill of Listening  

For younger children:

•  Read a story together. Stop as you go to talk about what might happen next. When you have finished, talk about what happened in the story.
• Dance together to ‘Heads, Shoulder, Knees and Toes’. Sing the song and encourage your child to listen carefully and copy the actions.
•  Alternatively, teach your child any other song and dance routine that you know!

 

For older children:

•  Listen to and review an audiobook or podcast. Talk or write about what was good about it and if you would recommend it to others.
• Arrange a phone or video call with an older family member. Speak clearly and listen carefully to the other person in the conversation