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My Perspective Glasses

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My Perspective Glasses

Students will be able to identify and express different emotions, and understand that others may have different feelings or perspectives in various situations. They will practice imagining how others might feel to foster empathy and kindness.

Developing empathy is crucial for social-emotional growth. This lesson helps young students understand that people can have different feelings about the same event, fostering kindness, respect, and positive social interactions within the classroom and beyond.

Audience

Kindergarten, 1st Grade

Time

45 minutes

Approach

Through a visual 'perspective glasses' activity, guided discussion, and a reflective drawing worksheet, students will explore and articulate different viewpoints.

Materials

Whiteboard or projector, Markers, Perspective Glasses Slide Deck, Construction paper or cardstock, Scissors, Crayons or colored pencils, and Perspective Glasses Worksheet

Prep

Gather Materials & Review Content

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction: What are Feelings?

5 minutes

  • Begin by asking students: "What are feelings?" Allow them to share examples of emotions they know (happy, sad, angry, surprised, etc.).
  • Discuss that everyone has feelings, and sometimes, people can feel differently about the same thing.

Step 2

Introducing Perspective Glasses

10 minutes

  • Introduce the idea of "perspective glasses." Explain that these special glasses help us see things from someone else's point of view and understand how they might feel.
  • Show the first few slides of the Perspective Glasses Slide Deck to visually introduce the concept.
  • Distribute construction paper/cardstock, scissors, and coloring materials. Guide students to create their own paper "perspective glasses" (simple outlines to cut out and decorate). Encourage creativity!

Step 3

Scenario Discussion & Activity

15 minutes

  • Once students have their glasses, present various scenarios using the Perspective Glasses Slide Deck.
  • For each scenario, ask students to put on their "perspective glasses" and imagine how different characters in the scenario might feel.
  • Lead a Guided Discussion with questions like: "How do you think [character's name] feels? Why might they feel that way? How would you feel? Is it different or the same?"

Step 4

Worksheet: Drawing Perspectives

10 minutes

  • Distribute the Perspective Glasses Worksheet.
  • Explain that students will draw a picture showing two different perspectives from a given scenario (or one they discuss).
  • Circulate and provide support as students draw and reflect on their understanding.

Step 5

Wrap-Up: Empathy Everyday

5 minutes

  • Bring the class back together.
  • Briefly recap what they learned about perspective and empathy.
  • Emphasize that using their "perspective glasses" (imagining others' feelings) can help them be kind and understanding friends every day.
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Slide Deck

My Perspective Glasses

Seeing the World Through Different Eyes!

Introduce the lesson by asking students what feelings are and if they've ever felt differently than a friend about something. Explain that today, they'll learn a special way to understand others' feelings.

What Are Feelings?

How do you feel today?
What different feelings do you know?

Ask students to share different feelings they know (happy, sad, angry, surprised, excited, etc.). Discuss what these feelings might look like or how they feel in our bodies.

Everyone Feels Differently!

It's okay to feel different things than your friends.

Explain that even if two people see the same thing, they might feel differently about it. Give a simple example, like one person loving rain, and another person not.

Our Special Perspective Glasses!

These glasses help us imagine...
"How would THEY feel?"

Introduce the 'perspective glasses.' Explain that these are imaginary (or paper!) glasses that help us imagine how someone else might feel or think.

Scenario 1: The Broken Toy

Sarah accidentally broke Ben's favorite toy.

How does Sarah feel?
How does Ben feel?

Scenario 1: Read the scenario aloud. Ask students to put on their imaginary/paper glasses. "How does Sarah feel? Why? How does Ben feel? Why?"

Scenario 2: The New Kid

Leo is new at school and sits alone at lunch. Maria sees him.

How does Leo feel?
How does Maria feel?

Scenario 2: Read the scenario aloud. "How does Leo feel? Why? How does Maria feel? Why?"

Scenario 3: The Missing Snack

A little bird sees a worm. A hungry cat sees the same bird.

How does the bird feel?
How does the cat feel?

Scenario 3: Read the scenario aloud. "How does the bird feel? Why? How does the cat feel? Why?" Emphasize that even animals can have different perspectives/feelings.

Be a Super Friend!

Using our perspective glasses helps us be kind, understanding, and super friends!

Reiterate the main takeaway: using perspective glasses helps us be kind. Encourage them to practice using their 'perspective glasses' every day.

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Discussion

Perspective Glasses: Guided Discussion

When we put on our special Perspective Glasses, we try to imagine how someone else might feel. Let's practice!

Scenario 1: The Broken Toy

Sarah accidentally broke Ben's favorite toy. She didn't mean to, but it's broken now.

  • How do you think Sarah feels? Why might she feel that way?





  • How do you think Ben feels? Why might he feel that way?





  • Is it important to understand how both Sarah and Ben are feeling? Why or why not?





Scenario 2: The New Kid

Leo is new at school and sits alone at lunch. Maria sees him playing by himself.

  • How do you think Leo feels? What might he be thinking?





  • How do you think Maria feels when she sees Leo alone? What could she do?





  • How can using our perspective glasses help us be a good friend to someone new?





Scenario 3: The Missing Snack

It's snack time, and Lily's apple is missing! David feels a little hungry.

  • How do you think Lily feels when her apple is gone?





  • How do you think David feels if he's hungry and sees the apple?





  • How can we use our perspective glasses to solve this problem kindly?





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Worksheet

My Perspective Glasses Worksheet

Name: ____________________________

Today we used our Perspective Glasses to imagine how others feel! Let's practice one more time.

Scenario:

Your friend built a tall tower with blocks, and another friend accidentally bumped into it, making it fall down.

1. How does the friend who built the tower feel?

Draw a picture of their face and what they might be thinking or feeling.











2. How does the friend who accidentally bumped the tower feel?

Draw a picture of their face and what they might be thinking or feeling.











3. What could both friends do to be kind and understand each other?












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