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Empathy Through Storytelling

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Lesson Plan

Empathy Through Storytelling

Explore empathy through storytelling

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of empathy by creating and sharing stories from different perspectives. This activity will help students understand and appreciate diverse viewpoints, fostering deeper connections and understanding with their peers. By engaging in storytelling, students will develop empathy, enhance their communication skills, and learn to appreciate the value of different perspectives.

Audience

Grades 6-8 Students

Time

45 minutes

Approach

Explore empathy through storytelling

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Discussion Questions, and Storytelling Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction to Empathy

10 minutes

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what empathy means.
  • Ask students to share examples of when they felt empathy for someone else.
  • Explain the importance of understanding different perspectives.

Step 2

Storytelling Activity

25 minutes

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with a storytelling worksheet.
  • Instruct students to create a short story from a perspective different from their own.
  • Encourage creativity and remind them to focus on the feelings and experiences of the character.

Step 3

Sharing and Reflection

10 minutes

  • Have each group share their story with the class.
  • Facilitate a discussion on what they learned about empathy through this activity.
  • Ask students to reflect on how this exercise might change their interactions with others.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions on Empathy

A set of questions to guide a discussion on empathy and its importance.

What does empathy mean to you?

Encourage students to think about empathy as understanding and sharing the feelings of others.







Can you share a time when you felt empathy for someone?

Guide students to think about personal experiences where they connected with someone else's emotions.







Why is it important to understand different perspectives?

Discuss how understanding different perspectives can lead to better communication and relationships.







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Worksheet

Storytelling Worksheet

A worksheet to guide students in creating a story from a different perspective.

Choose a character who is different from you. Describe them.








What is a challenge this character faces?








How does this character feel about the challenge?








Write a short story about this character's experience.








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