Lesson Plan
Seeing Through New Eyes
Students will learn to recognize and understand others’ emotions by exploring real-life scenarios, practicing perspective-taking, and reflecting on diverse viewpoints.
Building social awareness and empathy supports positive relationships, reduces conflict, and fosters a caring classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objective
5 minutes
Step 2
Scenario Exploration
10 minutes
Step 3
Role-Play Empathy Skits
5 minutes
Step 4
Circle Share-Out
3 minutes
Step 5
One-Word Reflection Cool-Down
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Perspectives in Action
What Is Perspective-Taking?
Scenario 1: Lost at the Park
Scenario 2: Forgotten Homework
Scenario 3: Left Out in the Game
Reflection: One-Word Response
Activity
Discussion
Cool Down
