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.

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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

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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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Activity

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Walking in Their Shoes

Alyssha Walker

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