Lesson Plan

Kindness and Empathy Lesson Plan

Students will learn how to demonstrate kindness and empathy in everyday situations through interactive storytelling and role-playing, developing social skills and a positive mindset.

Fostering kindness and empathy in 1st graders contributes to a supportive classroom culture and enhances social-emotional development.

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Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Storytelling

7 minutes

Step 2

Role-Playing Activity

10 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Journaling

3 minutes

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Welcome to Kindness Counts!

What is Kindness?

Examples of Kind Acts

How Can You Be Kind?

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Journal

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Kindness Counts

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