Checking

The Signal Check

You just explained something and have no idea whether it landed.

The Rephrase

They gave a wrong answer, but you suspect they understood more than they said.

The Quick Quiz

You want a fast check with no pressure attached to it.

The Error Spotlight

Your kid made a mistake and is treating it like a verdict on the whole thing.

The Prediction Check

Your kid made a guess earlier in the lesson and now you want to see if their thinking shifted.

The Whisper Test

You're in a group or public setting and need a quiet check without putting anyone on the spot.

The Confusion Log

Your kid has a stream of questions and keeps interrupting before you've finished a thought.

The Strategy Ask

Your kid is stuck and about to ask you for the answer.