Lesson Plan
Empathy in Action Lesson Plan
Students will define empathy, practice empathetic listening, and share personal experiences to build understanding and connections within the classroom.
Developing empathy enhances social skills, emotional intelligence, and a supportive community, helping students understand and connect with diverse perspectives.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
10 minutes
Step 2
Define Empathy & Presentation
10 minutes
Step 3
Story Circles Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Perspective Pairs Activity
15 minutes
Step 5
Closure & Reflection
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Empathy in Action: Building Stronger Connections
Session Objectives
What is Empathy?
Why Empathy Matters
Warm-Up: Define Empathy
Activity 1: Story Circles
Activity 2: Perspective Pairs
Discussion Prompts
Reflection & Closure
Thank You
Activity
Activity
