Lesson Plan

Empathy Role-Play Guide

Students will define empathy, practice perspective-taking through structured role-plays, and reflect on peers’ feelings—using scaffolded scenarios and peer feedback.

Empathy strengthens social awareness, supports positive peer relationships, and builds conflict-resolution skills—crucial for 6th grade group dynamics.

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Prep

Prepare Role-Play Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Role-Play Setup

10 minutes

Step 3

Role-Play Rotations

30 minutes

Step 4

Debrief and Reflection

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

Walk in Their Shoes

What Is Empathy?

How to Walk in Their Shoes

Scenario Prompts

Role-Play Instructions

Group Rotation Chart

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Discussion

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Rubric

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Empathy in Action

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