Lesson Plan

Empathy Explorers Lesson Plan

Students will learn the meaning of empathy, recognize others’ feelings, and practice showing empathy through discussion and role-play activities.

Building empathy helps 3rd graders develop stronger friendships, manage emotions, and create a kinder classroom climate by understanding and supporting peers.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Discussion

3 minutes

Step 2

Story Scenarios

5 minutes

Step 3

Paired Role-Play

5 minutes

Step 4

Reflection & Wrap-Up

2 minutes

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Empathy Explorers

What Is Empathy?

Why Does Empathy Matter?

Story Scenario 1

Story Scenario 2

Paired Role-Play

Reflection Time

Great Job, Empathy Explorers!

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Empathy Explorers

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