Lesson Plan
Walking in Others' Shoes Plan
Students will explore empathy by stepping into peers’ experiences, articulating emotions, and reflecting on supportive responses.
Empathy strengthens relationships, reduces conflict, and fosters a positive classroom environment by helping students understand and connect with each other.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Scenario Activity
15 minutes
Step 3
Group Sharing & Reflection
7 minutes
Step 4
Closing
3 minutes
Lesson Plan
Walking in Their Shoes Lesson Plan
Students will understand the meaning of empathy, practice stepping into others’ experiences through scenarios, and identify supportive responses to foster a caring classroom community.
Empathy strengthens relationships, reduces conflict, and promotes a positive classroom environment by helping students recognize and respond to others’ feelings.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Scenario Activity
15 minutes
Step 3
Group Sharing & Reflection
7 minutes
Step 4
Closing
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Walking in Their Shoes
What is Empathy?
Why Empathy Matters
Today’s Goal
Scenario Activity
Example Scenario 1
Example Scenario 2
Group Sharing & Reflection
Reflection & Closing
Activity
Worksheet
