Volume Vibes Teacher Guide
Volume Vibes
Morning Meeting Facilitation Guide
20 Minutes
Grade 2
Learning Outcome
Students will identify and practice five distinct voice levels (0-4) and determine which level is appropriate for different classroom scenarios.
Materials Needed
- Volume Vibes Slideshow
- Optional: Physical anchor chart of levels
- "Voice Check" bell or chime
Meeting Breakdown
3 Mins
Greeting: Level 1 Whisper
Use Slide 2. Challenge students to greet their neighbor with a "spy whisper." The goal is for the room to feel almost silent even though everyone is talking.
7 Mins
Direct Instruction: The Volume Meter
Walk through Slides 3-8. For each level, have students mimic the volume briefly.
Discussion Prompt: "Why do we use Level 0 in the hallway? How does it help other classes who are still working?"
8 Mins
Activity: "What's the Vibes?"
Use Slide 9. Present each scenario. Ask students to show the number of the voice level (0, 1, 2, 3, or 4) using their fingers against their chest (to keep it a quiet vote).
Deep Dive Questions:
- "Could we use a Level 4 in the cafeteria? Why or why not?"
- "If someone is using a Level 3 during partner work, what should we do?"
2 Mins
Morning Message & Pledge
Slide 10. Recite the "Volume Pledge" together. Set a goal for the first activity of the day (e.g., "Our goal for Morning Journals is Level 0").
Pro Tips for Success
Non-Verbal Cues
Instead of telling the class to be quiet, just hold up the number of the voice level expected. Wait for them to match you.
The "Spy" Hook
2nd graders love the "Level 1" challenge. Frame it as "secret agent training" to build buy-in for quiet voices.
