Lesson Plan
Empathy Relay Race Lesson Plan
Students will practice active listening, empathy, and collaborative problem-solving by racing through scenario-based relay challenges, then reflecting on supportive responses.
Developing empathy and social skills helps 5th graders build stronger peer connections, regulate emotions, and resolve conflicts constructively—key for academic and personal success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Materials Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Empathy Relay Activity
20 minutes
Step 3
Reflection and Debrief
5 minutes

Worksheet


Worksheet


Slide Deck
Empathy Relay Race
Objectives
Materials Needed
Introduction & Warm-Up (5 min)
Empathy Relay Activity (20 min)
Reflection & Debrief (5 min)
Extension & Next Steps

Warm Up


Cool Down

