Empathy Adventure

Kelly Fowler

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Empathy Adventure

Teach empathy through gameplay

This lesson uses the 'Empathy Adventure' board game to teach 4th-grade English learners about empathy and understanding others' feelings. Through interactive scenarios, students will navigate social situations, make choices, and learn from each experience. This lesson is important as it helps students develop social-emotional skills, which are crucial for their personal and academic growth.

Audience

4th Grade English Learners

Time

45 mins

Approach

Teach empathy through gameplay

Materials

Empathy Adventure board game, and Discussion Guide

Step 1

Introduction to Empathy

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what empathy means.
Ask students to share examples of when they have shown empathy.
Explain the importance of understanding others' feelings.

Step 2

Gameplay Instructions

5 mins

Introduce the 'Empathy Adventure' board game.
Explain the rules and objectives of the game.
Divide students into small groups to play the game.

Step 3

Playing the Game

20 mins

Allow students to play the game in their groups.
Encourage them to think about the choices they make and how they affect the outcomes.
Monitor the groups and provide assistance as needed.

Step 4

Debrief and Discussion

10 mins

Gather students for a group discussion.
Use the discussion guide to facilitate conversation about what they learned.
Encourage students to reflect on how they can apply empathy in real-life situations.

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Discussion

Empathy Discussion Guide

A guide to facilitate a discussion on empathy after playing the 'Empathy Adventure' board game.

What was a situation in the game where you had to show empathy?

Encourage students to describe the scenario and their thought process.

How did your choices affect the outcome of the game?

Discuss the consequences of different choices and the importance of empathy.

Can you think of a real-life situation where you can apply what you learned?

Help students connect the game scenarios to real-life experiences.