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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.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Empathy Relay Activity

20 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Debrief

5 minutes

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Empathy Relay Race

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Introduction & Warm-Up (5 min)

Empathy Relay Activity (20 min)

Reflection & Debrief (5 min)

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Warm Up

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Cool Down

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