Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Introduce the concept of “odd” through the characters in the book, define empathy, and encourage students to recognize and celebrate differences.
This lesson builds a foundation of empathy and inclusion by helping students understand that what makes someone “odd” can also make them special, fostering a positive classroom culture.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Step 1
Review & Print Materials
10 minutes
Step 2
Arrange Classroom
5 minutes
Step 3
Lesson Opening
5 minutes
Step 4
Read-Aloud
10 minutes
Step 5
Guided Discussion
5 minutes
Step 6
Interactive Activity
5 minutes
Step 7
Playful Game
5 minutes
Activity
Discussion
Game
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Extend students’ empathy skills by imagining new scenarios from the book, expressing character feelings through art, and practicing perspective-taking in a cooperative game.
Building on the story, this lesson deepens empathy by having students co-create scenes, use creative expression to convey emotions, and rehearse kindness strategies, supporting inclusion and self-awareness.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review & Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up & Recap
5 minutes
Step 2
Story Extension Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Mask Creation Art
5 minutes
Step 4
Guided Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Empathy Role-Play Game
5 minutes
Activity
Discussion
Game
Lesson Plan
Session 3 Lesson Plan
Facilitate reflection on the story’s lessons, celebrate each student’s uniqueness through a collaborative art project, and reinforce inclusive behaviors with a playful group game.
This finale helps students consolidate empathy skills, honor differences, and practice kindness strategies in a joyful, memorable way, strengthening classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review & Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up & Recap
5 minutes
Step 2
Reflection Circle
5 minutes
Step 3
Group Art Project
10 minutes
Step 4
Guided Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Inclusive Celebration Game
5 minutes
Activity
Discussion
Game
