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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Prep
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

Slide Deck
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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