Lesson Plan

Kindness Quest Lesson Plan

Students will engage in a guided storytelling activity to identify others’ emotions and practice respectful responses, developing empathy and respect in real-life scenarios.

Building empathy and respect in early elementary helps students understand peers’ feelings, fosters positive relationships, and supports emotional development and conflict resolution skills.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Step 2

Guided Storytelling

8 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Response

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Kindness Quest

Welcome! Introduce our Kindness Quest lesson. Explain that today we’ll explore two important qualities: empathy and respect, and practice them through a fun activity.

What Are Empathy and Respect?

Define each term and check for understanding. Ask the student to give a quick example of someone showing empathy or respect in their life.

Story Prompt

Read the scenario aloud. Then ask: “How do you think Mia feels right now? Why?” Note the student’s answer before moving on.

Choose a Respectful Response

Present the three response cards. Encourage the student to choose the kindest and most respectful option. Discuss why it’s the best choice.

Reflection Time

Hand over the reflection sheet. Prompt the student: “Draw or write one way you can show empathy and respect in our classroom today.”

Great Job!

Praise the student’s insights and reinforce that practicing these skills helps build strong friendships. Encourage them to look for more opportunities each day.

Lesson Plan

Kindness Quest Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Guided Storytelling

Step 3

Reflection and Response

Slide Deck

Kindness Quest

What Are Empathy and Respect?

Story Prompt

Choose a Respectful Response

Reflection Time

Great Job!

Activity

Activity

Worksheet

Kindness Quest

Kylie Taniguchi