Reading: Phonics Exercise - Communication Terms
Gestures /Jes-CH-ers/
A movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning.
Here are some examples of gestures: eye-contact, head nodding, hand movements, shrugging your shoulders.
Facial Expressions /Fay-SH-al Ex-pres-SHuns
A movement led by the muscles in the face used to show emotion.
Here are some examples of facial expressions: face or mouth movements like smiling, eye/eyebrow movements (like squinting or furrowing your eyebrows).
Space /Spase/
The distance between yourself and another person.
Here are some examples of space: proximity to another person, social distancing, personal space, handshakes, hugs.
Posture /Poss-CHer/
The positioning of your body as a response to an emotion or state of being.
Here are some examples of using body posture: open or closed arms, sitting tall or slouching, body position.
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