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The Science of Kindness Lesson Plan

Students will understand how kindness affects the brain and body, learning practical techniques to enhance empathy and foster a caring environment.

Learning about the science behind kindness helps students develop social-emotional skills and promotes a supportive atmosphere in school.

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15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

15 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Scientific Exploration

20 minutes

Step 3

Empathy and Kindness Activity

20-30 minutes

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The Science of Kindness

Introduce the topic and outline the objectives for the lesson. Mention that the focus will be on understanding the scientific impact of kindness on our brain and body.

What is Kindness?

Explain what kindness is in simple terms and provide examples. Engage students by asking for examples from their own experiences.

Kindness and the Brain

Discuss the scientific findings on how acts of kindness activate certain areas in the brain, such as those associated with pleasure and reward.

How Kindness Affects the Body

Discuss the physiological benefits of kindness on the body, such as reduced stress levels and improved overall health.

Discussion: Sharing Kindness

Provide discussion prompts to engage students. This slide is meant to trigger a conversation about personal experiences with kindness.

Empathy Activity

Outline the details of the Empathy Activity. Explain how students will collaborate or role-play scenarios to practice kindness and empathy.

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