Lesson Plan
Empathy Role-Play Lesson Plan
Students will practice stepping into others’ shoes through guided role-play and reflective discussion to enhance empathy and respect.
Developing empathy and respect enables 5th graders to better understand peers’ feelings, reduce conflicts, and foster positive relationships both in and out of the classroom.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Materials Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Role-Play Exploration
10 minutes
Step 3
Reflection and Discussion
10 minutes
Step 4
Wrap-Up
5 minutes
Activity
Worksheet
