Lesson Plan

Empathy Detectives

Students will learn the meaning of empathy, why it matters in friendships and community, and practice identifying others’ feelings and responding with caring actions through scenario activities and personal reflection.

Building empathy fosters kindness, stronger relationships, and conflict-resolution skills. This lesson helps students understand peers’ feelings, resolve conflicts peacefully, and contribute to a caring classroom environment.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Define Empathy

5 minutes

Step 3

Scenario Card Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Class Discussion

5 minutes

Step 5

Individual Reflection

5 minutes

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Empathy Detectives

What is Empathy?

Why Empathy Matters

Empathy Anchor Chart

Scenario Card Activity

Example Scenario

Class Discussion

Reflection Time

Great Work, Detectives!

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Empathy Detectives

Alyssha Walker

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