Leave a message after the beep! Using the fun resource, pupils brush up on their communication skills by practicing taking and receiving phone messages. Additionally, they recreate an interoffice memo and create a meeting agenda to further refine important business skills.

Concepts

interpersonal communication, business skills, written communication, career skills

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Instructional Ideas

• Play The Telephone Game to demonstrate the importance of good communication 
• Dictate a series of messages to students and have them practice taking accurate notes

Classroom Considerations

• Requires printing several handouts in advance

Pros

• Activities are engaging and teach helpful, real-world skills
• Provides word wall vocabulary 

Cons

• Recommended Strategies section is empty