Lesson Plan
Empathy in Action Lesson Plan
Students will learn to recognize and respond to others’ feelings through storytelling, discussion, and role-play, fostering empathy and supportive peer interactions.
Empathy helps young learners build positive relationships, appreciate diverse perspectives, and create an inclusive classroom where everyone feels heard and respected.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Empathy
5 minutes
Step 2
Story and Discussion
15 minutes
Step 3
Role-Play Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Closure
10 minutes
Step 5
Differentiation and Accommodations
Throughout lesson
Slide Deck
Empathy in Action: Understanding Others
What Is Empathy?
Story Page 1
Story Page 2
Story Page 3
How Can We Show Empathy?
Role-Play Activity
Reflection
Activity
