Lesson Plan

Seeing Through Others' Eyes

Students will learn to appreciate different perspectives and develop empathy by engaging in activities that encourage them to 'see through others' eyes'.

Understanding diverse viewpoints fosters empathy and improves social skills, essential for positive classroom interactions and relationships.

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Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Activity

5 minutes

Step 2

Main Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Discussion & Reflection

5 minutes

Step 4

Cool-Down

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Welcome to the Empathy Activity

Introduce the topic of empathy and explain why understanding different perspectives matters. Remind students to think about times they've experienced a different point of view.

Scenario Discussion

Display a scenario with multiple viewpoints. Guide the discussion by asking probing questions such as, 'How might each person feel?' and 'What could be influencing their perspective?'

Group Share

Summarize key points from the groups' discussions. Encourage students to articulate diverse perspectives and underline the importance of empathy.

Reflection & Takeaways

Engage students in a reflective exercise and encourage them to write down one insight they gained. This slide wraps up the session with a focus on applying empathy in everyday life.

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Seeing Through Others' Eyes

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