Empathy in Action

Taylor Toumayan

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Empathy in Action

Develop empathy through role-playing

This lesson focuses on developing empathy through role-playing and reflective activities. Students will learn how empathy improves relationships and promotes a supportive community. This lesson is important as it helps students understand and practice empathy, which is crucial for building positive relationships and a supportive community.

Audience

4th Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Develop empathy through role-playing

Materials

Role-playing scenario cards, Reflection worksheet, and Discussion questions

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 or when someone has shown empathy to them.
Explain how empathy helps in understanding others' feelings and building strong relationships.

Step 2

Role-Playing Activity

20 mins

Divide students into small groups and provide each group with a role-playing scenario card.
Instruct students to act out the scenario, focusing on how they can show empathy in the situation.
After each role-play, have a brief discussion with the class about how empathy was demonstrated and its impact.

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

15 mins

Distribute the reflection worksheet to each student.
Ask students to write about how they felt during the role-playing activity and how empathy can improve relationships.
Conclude with a class discussion using the prepared questions to explore the importance of empathy in creating a supportive community.

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Worksheet

Role-Playing Scenario Cards

These cards contain different scenarios for students to role-play, focusing on demonstrating empathy.

A friend is upset because they lost their favorite toy.

A classmate is nervous about an upcoming test.

Someone is feeling left out during recess.

A student is sad because they miss their family.

A peer is frustrated because they don't understand the homework.

Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet

This worksheet helps students reflect on their role-playing experience and the importance of empathy.

How did you feel during the role-playing activity?

What did you learn about empathy from this activity?

How can empathy improve relationships with others?

Discussion

Empathy Discussion Questions

These questions guide a class discussion on the role of empathy in relationships and community building.

Why is empathy important in our daily lives?

Discuss how empathy helps us understand others and build connections.

How can showing empathy change someone's day?

Explore examples of how empathy can positively impact others.

What are some ways we can practice empathy at school?

Encourage students to think of practical ways to show empathy to classmates.