Perspective-Taking Adventures

Kaila Krouse

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Perspective-Taking Adventures

Developing perspective taking

This lesson plan is designed to help third-grade students develop perspective-taking skills through engaging activities, discussions, and multimedia resources. Over 15 sessions, students will explore the concept of empathy and respect, learning to understand and appreciate different viewpoints. This lesson is crucial for fostering social-emotional growth and enhancing interpersonal relationships among students.

Audience

Grade 3

Time

15 sessions of 25 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Trauma-Informed Teaching, Blended Learning

Materials

Video: Story: A Little Respectful Spot, Video: Respecting Each Other in School, Worksheet: Perspective-Taking Scenarios, Discussion Guide: Empathy and Respect, Activity: Role-Playing Games, Markers and Paper, Journals for Reflection, and Art Supplies

Step 1

Introduction to Perspective-Taking

25 mins

Session 1: Define perspective-taking and discuss its importance.
Session 2: Perspective-Taking Walk around the school to observe different perspectives.
Session 3: Start Perspective-Taking Journals to reflect on daily experiences with prompts like "Describe a time you saw a situation from someone else's point of view."

Step 2

Video Viewing and Analysis

25 mins

Session 4: Watch the video Story: A Little Respectful Spot.
Session 5: Art and Expression activity to create a Group Mural representing different perspectives using various mediums like clay or collage.
Session 6: Analyze the video, focusing on key moments related to respect and empathy.

Step 3

Empathy and Respect Discussions

25 mins

Session 7: Watch the video Respecting Each Other in School.
Session 8: Conduct Empathy Interviews with guided questions such as "What does respect mean to you?" and present findings creatively.
Session 9: Storytelling and Sharing personal stories of perspective-taking.

Step 4

Role-Playing Games

25 mins

Session 10: Introduce role-playing as a tool for perspective-taking with Perspective Charades, including a variety of scenarios.
Session 11: Empathy Circle to share thoughts and feelings about scenarios.
Session 12: Reflection on role-playing experiences and lessons learned.

Step 5

Application and Reflection

25 mins

Session 13: Host a Classroom Debate on a topic related to empathy and respect, with roles like debaters and moderators.
Session 14: Create a Classroom Charter on practicing empathy and respect.
Session 15: Reflect on the entire lesson series and set personal goals for using these skills.

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Discussion

Empathy and Respect Discussion

A guided discussion to explore themes of empathy and respect from the video.

What does it mean to respect someone?

Encourage students to think about actions and words that show respect.

How can we show empathy to others?

Discuss the importance of listening and understanding others' feelings.

Why is it important to respect personal space?

Talk about boundaries and how respecting space shows care for others.

Worksheet

Perspective-Taking Scenarios

A worksheet with scenarios for students to practice perspective-taking through role-play.

Imagine you are a new student in class. How would you feel? What would you want others to do to make you feel welcome?

Think about feelings of nervousness and kindness.

Your friend is upset because they lost their favorite toy. How can you show empathy?

Consider comforting words and actions.

You see someone being left out during recess. What can you do to help?

Think about inclusion and friendship.

Worksheet

Empathy Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet for students to reflect on their feelings and thoughts after participating in activities. Prompts encourage students to consider what they learned about empathy.

How did this activity make you feel?

Think about your emotions during the activity.

What did you learn about empathy?

Consider how empathy was shown or needed.

How can you apply what you learned in your daily life?

Think about situations where you can use empathy.

Worksheet

Role-Playing Scenario Cards

Printable cards with different scenarios for students to act out during role-playing games. Each card includes a brief description of a situation and a question to consider.

You are a new student in the cafeteria. How do you feel?

Your friend is sad because they lost a game. What do you do?

Someone is being teased on the playground. How can you help?

You want to join a game but are too shy to ask. What can you do?

Worksheet

Classroom Charter Worksheet

A template for students to collaboratively create a classroom charter, including rules, responsibilities, and ways to practice empathy and respect.

List three rules for showing respect in the classroom.

Think about actions that show respect.

What responsibilities do we have to each other?

Consider how we can support one another.

How can we practice empathy every day?

Think about daily actions that show empathy.

Worksheet

Art Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet for students to describe their art pieces and the perspectives they represent. Prompts encourage students to think about the importance of different perspectives.

What perspective did you choose to represent in your art?

Describe the viewpoint or emotion you depicted.

Why is this perspective important?

Consider the value of understanding this viewpoint.

How did creating this art piece make you feel?

Reflect on your emotions during the creative process.