Lesson Plan

Empathy Expedition Lesson Plan

Students will practice empathy by sharing personal stories and participating in role-reversal exercises to understand diverse perspectives and enhance emotional awareness.

Cultivating empathy empowers students to appreciate others’ experiences, improve social skills, foster inclusivity, and reduce conflict in the school community.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Empathy

5 minutes

Step 2

Storytelling Activity

20 minutes

Step 3

Role-Reversal Exercise

20 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Discussion

15 minutes

Slide Deck

Empathy Expedition: Walking in Others’ Shoes

Welcome students to the lesson. Introduce yourself and set a positive tone. Encourage curiosity.

What Is Empathy?

Define empathy in simple language. Ask students if they’ve ever felt misunderstood.

Why Is Empathy Important?

Explain why empathy matters. Relate benefits to students’ daily life at school.

How Do We Practice Empathy?

Share simple strategies. Encourage students to add their own ideas.

Activity 1: Storytelling

Introduce the storytelling activity. Explain time limits and what to hand out.

Storytelling Tips

Display tips to guide students’ writing and sharing.

Activity 2: Role-Reversal

Transition to role-reversal. Explain group formation and scenario assignment.

Example Scenarios

Offer examples of scenarios to help students get started.

Reflection Prompts

Guide students into reflection. Emphasize honest self-expression.

Key Takeaways

Summarize the main lessons. Encourage students to share aloud.

Putting Empathy into Action

Challenge students to apply empathy. Suggest next steps in class or at home.

Thank You!

Thank students for their participation. Invite final questions and feedback.