show and tell

"Show and tell" is a practice, especially common in early elementary classrooms, where a person (often a child) shows an item to an audience and describes it, sharing details like why they chose it and its significance. This activity helps develop storytelling, communication, and public speaking skills while building connections between students and their teachers. It is sometimes called "show and share" or "sharing time" and is used not only with young children but also adapted for older students. The phrase "show and tell" can also refer to a public display or demonstration beyond the classroom context. In addition, "Show and Tell" is the title of a popular 1970s song by Al Wilson, which was a major hit. There is also a theatrical production named "Show & Tell," created by students at Codarts Muziektheater. Lastly, "Show & Tell" is the title of a 2019 song by Melanie Martinez. These are the main contexts and meanings associated with "show and tell".