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title: "Group discussions"
description: "Participate actively in collaborative conversations staying on topic; continue a conversation through multiple exchanges; maintain attention in discussions"
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# Group discussions

Participate actively in collaborative conversations staying on topic; continue a conversation through multiple exchanges; maintain attention in discussions

Subject: English · Area: Speaking & Listening · Ages 4 to 11
Page: https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/group-discussions-mt_wwdRhPyz6s

## Ready when they can

- Stay on topic during a conversation for multiple turns
- Build on what another speaker has said (e.g. 'I agree because...')
- Maintain focus and contribute meaningfully in group discussions

## Lesson: Talking in a group

In a group chat, everyone gets a turn to talk. You listen when it is not your turn. You speak when it is your turn. Stay on the same topic as your friends.

*(drawing: Take turns like this: listen, then talk, then listen again.)*

**Example.** Zoe says, 'I like dogs.' Sam says, 'I agree, dogs are fun.' Sam stayed on topic and added his own idea.

**Tip.** When a friend talks, really listen to them. Then say something that builds on their idea. Try starting with 'I agree because...' or 'That reminds me of...'

**Recap.** Listen well, stay on topic, and build on what others say.

## Practice

8 questions on this page, each with its working shown.

## Needs first

- [Listening and responding](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/listening-and-responding-mt_mB7DVai-Uf)
- [Exploring Ideas Through Talk](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/exploring-ideas-through-talk-mt_n6GhzDPllD)

## Opens up

- [Describing Aloud](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/describing-aloud-mt_4A7FYmvVhA)
- [Resolving Disagreements with Friends](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/resolving-disagreements-with-friends-mt_iWGnyUyN2j)
- [Working well in a group](https://lightmysky.com/learn/personal-and-social-development/working-well-in-a-group-mt_QxsoqVUt6u)
- [Engaging Listeners and Valuing Viewpoints](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/engaging-listeners-and-valuing-viewpoints-mt_sXRHr7tfS5)
- [Preparing for and Explaining in Discussions](https://lightmysky.com/learn/english/preparing-for-and-explaining-in-discussions-mt_yrMniCJu_S)