Lesson Plan
Walking in Their Shoes
Students will practice empathy by analyzing real-life scenarios through perspective-taking activities and reflecting on emotions to strengthen understanding and supportive peer relationships.
Developing empathy helps students improve social skills, reduce conflicts, and build a positive, inclusive classroom community by recognizing and respecting diverse experiences.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Perspective-Taking Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Reflection and Discussion
10 minutes
Step 4
Closing
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Walking in Their Shoes
Lesson Objective & Why
What Is Empathy?
Perspective-Taking Activity
Reflection & Group Discussion
Closing & Next Steps
Thank You!

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Reading


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