Lesson Plan

Bias Busters: Building Empathy

Help 7th graders recognize, reflect on, and challenge biases through discussion and activities that develop empathy and promote inclusive behaviors.

Addressing bias early helps students build social-emotional skills and fosters a respectful, inclusive classroom environment.

Audience

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Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Main Activity: Role-Play & Reflection

15 minutes

Step 3

Cool-Down & Group Reflection

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Bias Busters: Building Empathy

What is Bias?

Role-Play Activity

Reflection Time

Group Reflection & Wrap-Up

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Worksheet

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Activity

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Bias Busters: Building Empathy

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