Lesson Plan
Empathy Expedition Lesson Plan
Students will practice empathy by sharing personal stories and participating in role-reversal exercises to understand diverse perspectives and enhance emotional awareness.
Cultivating empathy empowers students to appreciate others’ experiences, improve social skills, foster inclusivity, and reduce conflict in the school community.
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Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Empathy
5 minutes
Step 2
Storytelling Activity
20 minutes
Step 3
Role-Reversal Exercise
20 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Discussion
15 minutes
Slide Deck
Empathy Expedition: Walking in Others’ Shoes
What Is Empathy?
Why Is Empathy Important?
How Do We Practice Empathy?
Activity 1: Storytelling
Storytelling Tips
Activity 2: Role-Reversal
Example Scenarios
Reflection Prompts
Key Takeaways
Putting Empathy into Action
Thank You!
Activity
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