Squeak the Squirrel

Ages 3–6 · 9 minutes · English, Stories

Squeak is always interrupting and thinks listening is NUTS!

Through Squeak's adventures, he learns the importance of active listening by using eye contact, patiently waiting while not interrupting, asking questions, and (most importantly for Squeak) personal space!

Part of

Social-Emotional Stories

Standards alignment

Common Core State Standards

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
D2.Civ.9.K-2 — Individually and with others, students… Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions while responding attentively to others when addressing ideas and making decisions as a group.
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Alabama

ELA21.K.1 — Actively listen and speak using agreed-upon rules for discussion, with guidance and support.
ELA21.K.1d — Listen to others and take turns speaking, carrying on a conversation through multiple exchanges.
ELA21.K.R1 — Utilize active listening skills during discussion and conversation in pairs, small groups, or whole-class settings, following agreed-upon rules for participation.
ELA21.K.4 — With guidance and support, ask and answer questions to seek help, get information, or clarify information presented orally, through text, or other media.

Alaska

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Arizona

K.SL.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
K.SL.1.a — Follow agreed‐upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others, taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
K.SL.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
K.SL.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Arkansas

C.1.K.5 — Follow agreed-upon rules for listening and having a discussion in the classroom.
K.CC.1.OL — Participate in collaborative conversations.
K.CC.2.OL — Ask and answer questions orally about what a speaker says to gather additional information and clarify understanding.
K.RC.6.RF — Use background knowledge and details, including illustrations, charts, and graphs, to make predictions and inferences about what happens in a text.

California

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
K.1.1 — Follow rules, such as sharing and taking turns, and know the consequences of breaking them.
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Colorado

RWC20-GR.K-S.1-GLE.1-EO.a.i — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (for example: listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
RWC20-GR.K-S.1-GLE.1 — Communicate using verbal and nonverbal language.
RWC20-GR.K-S.1-GLE.1-EO.a.ii — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
RWC20-GR.PS-S.1-GLE.1-EO.a — Attend to language during conversations, songs, stories or other learning experiences.
RWC20-GR.PS-S.1-GLE.2-EO.e — Practice asking questions and making statements.

Connecticut

SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
CIV.K.5 — Follow agreed upon rules for discussions while responding attentively to others when addressing ideas and making decisions as a group.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.6 — Speak audibly and express thoughts, feelings, and ideas clearly.

Delaware

SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Florida

ELA.K12.EE.4.1 — Use appropriate collaborative techniques and active listening skills when engaging in discussions in a variety of situations.

Georgia

ELAGSEKSL1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
ELAGSEKSL1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
ELAGSEKSL1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
ELAGSEKSL3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
ELAGSEKSL4 — Describe familiar people, places, things, and events and, with prompting and support, provide additional detail.

Hawaii

K.SL.1a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
K.SL.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
K.SL.1b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SS.K.1.8.2 — Determine ways that people can work together effectively to make decisions
SS.1.1.8.2 — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions and listen attentively to others

Idaho

K.ODC.OC.1 — Engage in collaborative discussions about grade-level topics and texts with peers by following agreed upon rules for discussions; listening to others and taking turns speaking through at least two exchanges.
1.ODC.OC.1 — Engage in collaborative discussions about grade-level topics and texts with peers by listening to others closely, taking turns speaking through multiple exchanges, and asking questions to clear up any confusion.
K.ODC.OC.2 — With support, confirm understanding of a text read aloud or information presented orally by asking and answering questions.
K.RC.TE.3 — Ask and answer questions about key details in texts heard.

Illinois

SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
CCRA.SL.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Indiana

K.CC.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations about grade-appropriate topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups. (E)
1.CC.2 — Listen to others, take turns speaking about the topic, and add one’s own ideas in small group discussions or tasks.
K.C.2 — Give examples of how to be a responsible family member and member of a group.
K.CC.2 — Ask questions to seek help, obtain information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Iowa

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others, staying on topic, and taking turns speaking).
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Kansas

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).

Kentucky

K.C.CV.1 — Explain ways people can work together effectively to make decisions.
K.H.CO.1 — Describe interactions that occur between individuals/groups in families, classrooms and communities.
K.I.CC.4 — Use listening skills to decide on and take action in their classrooms.
RL.K.2 — With prompting and support, orally recognize key details from a summary to demonstrate understanding of the lesson learned in the story.

Louisiana

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Maine

SL.1.K.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
Participate in collaborative conversations about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.1.K.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.2.K.b — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, gather information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Maryland

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.PK 1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.PK 1.b — During scaffolded conversations, continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.PK 3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Massachusetts

SL.PK.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners during daily routines and play.
SL.PK.1.a — Observe and use appropriate ways of interacting in a group (e.g., taking turns in talking, listening to peers, waiting to speak until another person is finished talking, asking questions and waiting for an answer, gaining the floor in appropriate ways).
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.PK.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.

Michigan

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
K-C5.0.1 — Describe situations in which they demonstrated self-discipline and individual responsibility.

Minnesota

0.1.1.1.1 — Demonstrate civic skills in a classroom that reflect an understanding of civic values. For example: Civic skills—listening to others, participating in class discussions, taking turns, sharing with others, cooperating in class activities, wise or judicious exercise of authority. Civic values—fairness, individual dignity, self-control, justice, responsibility, courage, honesty, common good, respect, friendship.
0.2.5.2 — Verbally or visually respond to a story, with support and guidance.
0.3.1.1.a — Exchange ideas in storytelling, discussion and collaboration, with intentional inclusion of voices of Dakota and Anishinaabe people and other perspectives: help create and follow agreed-upon norms for a discussion (e.g., speaker norms, listener norms, participation norms) respectful of culture.
0.3.1.1.b — Exchange ideas in storytelling, discussion and collaboration, with intentional inclusion of voices of Dakota and Anishinaabe people and other perspectives: participate as a speaker and listener, and continue exchange of ideas through multiple exchanges.
0.3.2.1 — Speak audibly and express thoughts, feelings and ideas clearly.

Mississippi

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Missouri

K.SL.2.A.a — demonstrating active listening, according to classroom expectations
K.SL.3.A.a — taking turns speaking, according to classroom expectations
K.SL.1.A.a — following classroom listening rules
K.SL.3.A.b — continuing a conversation through multiple exchanges
K.R.1.A.b — asking and responding to questions about texts read aloud

Montana

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Nebraska

LA.K.SL.1 — With prompting and support, participate with peers and adults in structured discussions and routines about Kindergarten topics and texts.
LA.K.SL.1.d — Develop attentive listening skills (e.g., eye contact, nonverbal cues, recalling).
LA.K.SL.1.a — Ask pertinent questions to acquire or confirm information.
LA.K.SL.1.c — Converse with peers and adults in an all-inclusive manner to foster positive relationships while respecting diverse perspectives.
LA.K.SL.1.b — Demonstrate interpretation of verbal and non-verbal messages in a conversation.

Nevada

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SS.K.10. — Share and discuss stories that illustrate honesty, courage, friendship, respect, and responsibility.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

New Hampshire

SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

New Jersey

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon norms for discussions (e.g., listening to others with care and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
6.1.2.CivicsPD.1 — Engage in discussions effectively by asking questions, considering facts, listening to the ideas of others, and sharing opinions.
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.

New Mexico

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

New York

KLS1a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions, including listening to others, taking turns, and staying on topic.
PKSL1a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions, including listening to others, taking turns, and staying on topic.
PKSL1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse peers and adults in small and large groups and during play.
PKSL1b — Participate in conversations through multiple exchanges.
KSL3 — Develop and answer questions to clarify what the speaker says.

North Carolina

SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions.
K.B.1.3 — Summarize stories that illustrate how positive character traits such as empathy, resilience, and respect, help people contribute to their communities.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.2 — Confirm understanding of a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media by asking and answering questions about key details and requesting clarification if something is not understood.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

North Dakota

K.C.6 — Participate in conversations by listening to others and taking turns speaking.
K.C.1 — Describe personal interests or tell stories orally to a targeted audience (e.g., peers and adults).
K.R.2 — Respond to a variety of texts, photographs, or illustrations before, during, and after shared reading or other text-listening experiences to compare, contrast, predict, or infer.

Ohio

SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations about kindergarten topics and texts with diverse partners in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
SL.K.6 — Speak audibly and express thoughts, feelings, and ideas clearly.

Oklahoma

K.1.L.1 — Students will actively listen using agreed-upon discussion rules with prompting.
PK.1.L.1 — Students will actively listen using agreed-upon rules with prompting.
K.1.S.3 — Students will ask and answer relevant questions with prompting.
K.1.S.4 — Students will orally describe personal interests or tell stories to peers and adults using agreed-upon rules (e.g., taking turns, staying on topic).
PK.1.S.3 — Students will ask and answer questions with prompting.

Oregon

K.2 — Use and identify respectful dialogue, taking turns, and explain how rules are different in different settings.
K.SL.1a — With guidance and support, follow agreed-upon rules for discussions.
K.SL.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
K.SL.1b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
K.SL.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Pennsylvania

CC.1.5.K.A — Participate in collaborative conversations with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
CC.1.5.PK.A — Participate in collaborative conversations with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
CC.1.5.K.B — Ask and answer questions about key details in a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media.
CC.1.5.PK.B — Answer questions about key details in a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media.
CC.1.5.PK.D — Using simple sentences, share stories, familiar experiences, and interests, speaking clearly enough to be understood by most audiences.

Rhode Island

SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
SL.K.2 — Confirm understanding of a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media by asking and answering questions about key details and requesting clarification if something is not understood.

South Carolina

ELA.K.C.8.1 — Participate with peers and adults in structured discussions and routines about grade-appropriate topics and texts: a. enter a conversation by greeting, taking turns, and responding to others with statements, phrases, and/or questions; and b. consider the ideas of others while engaging in conversations.
ELA.K.C.9.1 — Ask and answer questions in conversation on a topic.
ELA.K.OE.4 — Collaborate with others and use active listening skills.
K.CG.3 — Establish and practice classroom rules and procedures for listening and responding appropriately to others.This indicator was developed to encourage inquiry into identifying civic dispositions (e.g., compassion, cooperation, empathy, honesty, and respect). Further, inquiry promotes the discussion of rules already in place, the creation of rules, and habits needed for civil discourse.

South Dakota

K.SL.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
K.SL.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions.
K.SL.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
K.SL.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
SL.CCRA.1 — Prepare for and participate effectively in a range of conversations and collaborations with diverse partners, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.

Tennessee

K.SL.CC.1 — Participate with varied peers and adults in collaborative conversations in small or large groups about appropriate Kindergarten topics.
K.SL.CC.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
K.SL.CC.2 — Confirm understanding of a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media by asking and answering questions about key details and requesting clarification if something is not understood.
K.SL.PKI.6 — With guidance and support, express thoughts, feelings, and ideas through speaking.
K.SL.PKI.4 — Describe familiar people, places, things, and events, and, with prompting and support, provide additional detail.

Texas

K.1A — listen actively and ask questions to understand information and answer questions using multi-word responses;
K.1D — work collaboratively with others by following agreed-upon rules for discussion, including taking turns; and
K.14E — apply and practice classroom rules and procedures for listening and responding respectfully.
K.1C — share information and ideas by speaking audibly and clearly using the conventions of language;

Utah

K.SL.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions such as listening to others, raising hands, and taking turns speaking during discussion.
P3.SL.1.a — Begin to recognize rules for discussion such as listening to others, staying on topic, and taking turns speaking.
P4.SL.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions such as listening to others, staying on topic, and taking turns speaking.
K.SL.1 — Participate in a range of conversations with peers and adults, using age-appropriate vocabulary on topics and texts.
K.SL.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges and gain attention appropriately.
K.2.1.b — Demonstrate positive relationships through play and friendship.

Vermont

SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
D2.Civ.9.K-2 — Individually and with others, students… Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions while responding attentively to others when addressing ideas and making decisions as a group.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.

Virginia

K.1.e — The student will apply history and social science skills to practice citizenship in the classroom by taking turns, sharing, and working well with others for the good of everyone.
K.C.1.A.i — Participate in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) on kindergarten topics and texts. This includes listening actively and following agreed-upon rules for participating in discussions (e.g., waiting for a turn to speak without unnecessary interruptions and staying on topic).
K.C.1.A.iii — Participate in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) on kindergarten topics and texts. This includes asking questions to seek help, get information, or clarify information for further understanding.
K.1.a — The student will apply history and social science skills to practice citizenship in the classroom by taking responsibility for one’s actions.

Washington

SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
H3.K.1 — Demonstrate the importance of listening to other points of view in the classroom and on the playground.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SSS3.K.1 — Share their own viewpoints and give respectful attention to the viewpoints of others.

Washington, D.C.

K.7 — Identify which skills lead to respectful and productive conversations.
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
K.8 — Use civil discourse skills, such as listening, turn taking, consensus building and voting procedures to take collaborative action in the classroom or school community.

West Virginia

ELA.K.30.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
ELA.K.30.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
ELA.K.32 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.
ELA.PK.SL.EL.6 — Engage in communication and conversation with others.
SS.K.2 — Participate in role play to resolve disputes, and demonstrate tolerance and acceptance of others and their ideas.

Wisconsin

ELA.K.SL.1.a — Follow agreed-upon norms and participate by actively listening, taking turns, and staying on topic.
ELA.K.SL.1 — With guidance and support, participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
ELA.K.SL.1.b — Participate in a conversation through multiple exchanges.
ELA.K.SL.2 — With guidance and support, ask and answer questions about key details in a text read aloud or information presented orally or through other media.
SS.PS3.a.1 — Describe and explain the effect an action has on members of a group. Express an opinion and vote on a topic in their lives.

Wyoming

SL.K.1 — Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about kindergarten topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
SL.K.1.a — Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., listening to others and taking turns speaking about the topics and texts under discussion).
SL.K.1.b — Continue a conversation through multiple exchanges.
SL.K.3 — Ask and answer questions in order to seek help, get information, or clarify something that is not understood.