Lesson Plan
Empathy Expedition Outline
Guide students through adventure-themed readings, discussions, and activities to practice empathy by stepping into others’ shoes and sharing perspectives.
Building empathy helps students recognize feelings in themselves and others, strengthening social awareness, kindness, and classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Empathy
5 minutes
Step 2
Story Exploration
15 minutes
Step 3
Empathy Circle Discussion
10 minutes
Step 4
Walk a Mile Slide Activity
15 minutes
Step 5
Role-Play Scenarios
10 minutes
Step 6
Reflection & Wrap-Up
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Walk a Mile
Scenario 1: A New Student
Scenario 2: A Lost Pet
Scenario 3: Forgotten Birthday
Scenario 4: Team Game Blame
Reflect & Share
Reading
Discussion
Activity
