Lesson Plan
Empathy Coaching Plan
Guide a 10th grade student through a 40-minute one-on-one coaching session that builds deep perspective-taking and empathy skills; by the end, the student will articulate emotions in self and others and practice empathetic responses.
Empathy underpins healthy relationships and social-emotional well-being. This targeted session helps a student recognize emotions, see others’ viewpoints, and respond with understanding—crucial life skills.
Audience
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Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Empathy Talk
15 minutes
Step 3
Perspective-Switch Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Emotion Journal Reflection
7 minutes
Step 5
Review & Model Responses
3 minutes

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Worksheet


Journal


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