Welcome students and introduce today’s theme: becoming Empathy Detectives. Explain that we’ll explore how to notice and respond to others’ emotions.

Read each objective aloud and connect them to the detective metaphor.

Discuss why empathy is vital in school and life: builds community, reduces conflict, strengthens friendships.

Introduce the four steps of empathy detection. Emphasize observing, considering context, perspective-taking, and responding with care.

Display the scenario clearly. Read aloud and invite quick reactions: What do you notice first?

Model working through the scenario using the worksheet format: emotion, clues, response.

Explain materials and process. Hand out Emotion Scenario Cards and Empathy Detective Worksheets. Circulate to support groups.

After group work, guide sharing. Encourage clear descriptions and respectful listening.

Distribute the reflection prompt. Give students quiet time to write. Invite volunteers to share.

Wrap up by issuing a classroom challenge. Encourage students to practice empathy over the week.