Lesson Plan
Kindness Kickoff Lesson Plan
Students will explore empathy by discussing how others feel in various scenarios and collaboratively design kind actions to build a supportive classroom community.
Teaching empathy and kindness early strengthens peer connections, reduces misunderstandings, and fosters a positive, inclusive environment where every student feels valued.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Discussion on Empathy
8 minutes
Step 3
Team Kindness Activity
12 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Wrap-Up
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Kindness Kickoff
Our Goal Today
Warm-Up: Share a Kind Moment
What Is Empathy?
Empathy Scenario
Team Kindness Activity
Reflect & Share
Kindness Pledge

Worksheet


Worksheet


Project Guide


Cool Down

