Lesson Plan

Ocean of Empathy Lesson Plan

Students will explore empathy by engaging in ocean-themed storytelling and role-play activities that help them recognize and appreciate diverse perspectives.

This lesson fosters social-emotional skills by encouraging understanding and compassion, while using creative narratives to connect students emotionally and socially.

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Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Storytelling

15 minutes

Step 2

Role-Play Activity

20 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Ocean of Empathy

Introduce the theme of the lesson and set the stage for an adventure under the ocean. Emphasize the connection between the ocean's vast diversity and the range of human emotions.

A World of Ocean Creatures

Explain that each ocean creature in this story represents different feelings and perspectives. Encourage students to think about how diverse traits can lead to rich emotional experiences.

Meet the Gentle Whale

Present the character 'Gentle Whale' as the symbol of calm and deep empathy. Ask students how they think such a creature might feel in challenging situations.

Meet the Playful Dolphin

Introduce the 'Playful Dolphin' to highlight joy, optimism, and the fun side of empathy. Encourage students to consider different perspectives even in playful situations.

Share Your Ocean Story

Conclude with a slide prompting reflection and discussion. Ask students to think about their favorite ocean creature and share a story that reflects empathy from its perspective.

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Activity

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Ocean of Empathy

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Sarah Peters

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