Lesson Plan

Empathy in Motion Lesson Plan

Students will learn to recognize and share feelings through engaging physical activities, fostering empathy and teamwork.

These activities promote understanding of others' emotions, enhancing social connections and compassionate behavior among peers.

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Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up and Introduction

10 minutes

Step 2

Empathy-Based Physical Activity

25 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

10 minutes

Slide Deck

Empathy in Motion

Introduce the lesson, set expectations, and connect the activities to the practice of empathy.

Warm-Up & Introduction

Use this slide to highlight the warm-up and discussion of empathy. Encourage students to share their experiences.

Empathy-Based Activity

Walk through the empathy-based physical activity. Remind teachers to observe and support group interactions.

Reflection & Discussion

Facilitate a group reflection discussion. Use this time to connect the activity to the concept of empathy.

Lesson Plan

Empathy in Motion Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

Step 1

Warm-Up and Introduction

Step 2

Empathy-Based Physical Activity

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

Slide Deck

Empathy in Motion

Warm-Up & Introduction

Empathy-Based Activity

Reflection & Discussion

Activity

Empathy in Motion: Physical Activities that Foster Understanding

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