an object that uses computer technology to work; it stores and processes information

How people communicate

Digital literacy

Communicating digitally

Pictures as messages

Sending messages

Kind messages

Choosing how to message

Pupils explore how people communicate, comparing face-to-face and digital methods. They use sounds, images, symbols and simple words to share messages, practise early phonics and learn how technology can send messages instantly or be responded to later in a more considered way.

Message makers

Which of these is NOT a way to send a message?

You and your teacher are both in the same classroom and you want to ask your teacher a question. Which way is most suitable?

You want someone to read a message later when you are not there. Which way of communicating is most suitable?

Talking is the best way to communicate every time.

Different situations need different ways of communicating.

using letters or words to share a message

Match the way of communicating to what it involves.

Which of these is a way to share a message?

Which of these uses pictures to share a message?

Which of these uses writing to share a message?

Which of these shows someone communicating?

How people communicate

Lesson outcome