Lesson Plan

Empathy Lesson Plan

Students will practice empathy through role-playing scenarios to enhance their ability to understand and share others’ feelings by the end of the session.

Empathy is crucial for strong peer relationships and social–emotional growth. This lesson encourages students to recognize and respond to classmates’ emotions, fostering compassion and cooperation.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Teacher Demonstration

5 minutes

Step 3

Student Role-Playing

20 minutes

Step 4

Individual Reflection

10 minutes

Step 5

Closing and Assessment

5 minutes

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Empathy In Action

What Is Empathy?

Demo Scenario

Role-Play Roles

Group Role-Playing Activity

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Empathy In Action

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