Lesson Plan

Perspective Pathways

Students will interpret diverse scenarios through multiple perspectives, articulate empathetic responses, and set personal empathy goals.

Cultivating empathy strengthens social-emotional skills, builds inclusive classroom culture, and equips students for real-world interactions requiring understanding and compassion.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduce Empathy Framework

5 minutes

Step 2

Role-Play Carousel

10 minutes

Step 3

Complete Empathy Lens Sheet

8 minutes

Step 4

Whole-Class Share

5 minutes

Step 5

Set Empathy Intention

2 minutes

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Scenario 1: Excluded from Study Group

Scenario 2: Social Media Misunderstanding

Scenario 3: Cultural Misunderstanding

Scenario 4: Family Obligation Conflict

Scenario 5: Bullying in the Hallway

Scenario 6: New Student Feeling Out of Place

Scenario 7: Group Project Conflict

Scenario 8: Overheard Gossip

Scenario 9: Sibling Rivalry

Scenario 10: Conflict on the Sports Team

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