Open-access communication training for schools, colleges, and professionals.
Free, facilitator-ready handouts and guides to strengthen speaking, listening, and collaboration. No logins, no fees, no subscriptions.
Why pencil.plus?
We’re a free, open-access communication training toolkit built for real classrooms and teams. Our initiative grew from a simple belief: everyone deserves the chance to strengthen their voice, regardless of resources. By making these materials free, we aim to open opportunities for communities to practice communication that is both effective and respectful.
At pencil.plus, we emphasize People, Purpose, Practice, and Progress. That means valuing each person’s voice, encouraging purposeful use of language, creating practical tools for real-world practice, and supporting continuous progress in how we connect. Our goal is to help individuals and groups build habits of sensitivity, clarity, and collaboration — skills that uplift not just personal growth, but the communities we belong to.
Explore Our Toolkit
Voices 101
Communication basics for students.
SpeakUp
Confidence and clarity in group speaking.
CampusCom
Belonging and connection on campus.
ProTalk
Practical communication for the workplace.
Quiet Power
Tools for reflective speakers and listeners.
Beneath the Words
Emotions, cues, and context.
Friction Points
Navigate disagreements with skill and care.
Clinical Talk
Scenario-based communication for health settings.
Case & Clause
Reasoning and articulation for cases.
Creative Sync
Feedback and collaboration for creatives.
Boardroom Flow
Outcome-oriented executive communication.
Tech Bridge
Human-centered comms for technical teams.
Quick Assessment
Take a 10-question self-check on communication skills used across school, office, and cross-professional teamwork.
More
Browse additional resources, announcements, and ways to collaborate.