Lesson Plan

Different Together Lesson Plan

Students will explore and appreciate personal differences by participating in empathy-building activities, practicing respectful communication, and reflecting on their own perspectives. By the end, they will demonstrate understanding through a worksheet and a brief quiz.

Promoting respect and empathy in the classroom builds a positive learning community, reduces conflicts, and supports struggling students’ social and academic success.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up – Icebreaker

5 minutes

Step 2

Perspective Activity

10 minutes

Step 3

Guided Discussion

5 minutes

Step 4

Reflection Worksheet

5 minutes

Step 5

Quick Quiz

3 minutes

Step 6

Closure

2 minutes

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Different Together

Warm-Up: What Makes Me Different

Perspective Activity: Walk in My Shoes

Respectful Communication

Closure & Takeaways

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Worksheet

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Discussion

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Quiz

Respect Quiz

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