Lesson Plan

Empathy Building Through Role-Play

Foster empathy and respectful communication

In this lesson, students will engage in role-playing scenarios to understand the impact of racial slurs and discrimination. The lesson aims to foster empathy and promote respectful communication among middle school students. By participating in these activities, students will develop a deeper understanding of the emotional effects of discrimination and learn to communicate more respectfully.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Step 2

Role-Play Activity

25 mins

Step 3

Class Discussion

15 mins

Step 4

Reflection Activity

10 mins

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Lesson Plan

Empathy Building Through Role-Play

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Role-Play Activity

Step 3

Class Discussion

Step 4

Reflection Activity

Step 5

Closure

Discussion

Worksheet

Worksheet

Empathy Building Through Role-Play

Jennifer Marries