Lesson Plan

Empathy Circle

Build a supportive classroom community

In this lesson, students will participate in an empathy circle where they will share personal experiences and listen actively to one another. This exercise aims to build a supportive classroom community by fostering empathy and understanding among students. By engaging in this activity, students will enhance their listening skills, develop empathy, and contribute to a positive classroom environment.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Step 1

Introduction to Empathy

10 mins

Step 2

Empathy Circle Guidelines

5 mins

Step 3

Empathy Circle Activity

20 mins

Step 4

Reflection and Closure

10 mins

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Discussion

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Worksheet

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Empathy Circle

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