Lesson Plan
Perspective Taking Lesson Plan
Students will learn what perspective taking is, why it matters, and practice adopting others’ viewpoints through scenarios and role-play to foster empathy and improve communication.
Perspective taking helps students understand others’ feelings and viewpoints, reducing conflicts and building stronger relationships both in and out of the classroom.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Perspective Taking
5 minutes
Step 3
Scenario Discussion
8 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Activity
8 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Cool-Down
4 minutes
Slide Deck
Through Their Eyes
Learning Objectives
What is Perspective Taking?
Why It Matters
Scenario Discussion
Example Scenario
Role-Play Activity
Reflection
Next Steps
Worksheet
Activity
Worksheet
Warm Up
Cool Down
