Lesson Plan

Words Carry Weight Lesson Plan

Students will analyze examples of hurtful versus kind language to understand empathy’s role in communication and practice rewriting words to foster positive relationships.

Eliminating the video and using a short reading makes the empathy examples more accessible and ensures students directly engage with text-based scenarios, sharpening their analytical and reflective skills.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction with Reading Hook

8 minutes

Step 2

Activity 1: Scenario Analysis

10 minutes

Step 3

Activity 2: Individual Reflection

7 minutes

Step 4

Closure & Share-Out

5 minutes

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Words Carry Weight

Why Words Matter

Activity 1: Scenario Analysis

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Activity 2: Individual Reflection

Closure & Takeaway

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Worksheet

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Reading

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How to Break the Ice

Example Ice-Breaker Questions

Practice & Reflect

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Words Carry Weight

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