Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan

Students will explore how jokes and friendly banter can sometimes hurt feelings, learn to recognize emotional cues, and develop empathy for others.

This lesson helps students understand the impact of their words, fostering a classroom environment of care and support while building crucial communication and empathy skills.

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30 minutes

Step 1

Session 1: Introduction to Friendly Banter vs. Hurtful Jokes

30 minutes

Step 2

Session 2: Recognizing Emotional Impact

30 minutes

Step 3

Session 3: Developing Empathy

30 minutes

Step 4

Session 4: Strategies for Inclusive Communication

30 minutes

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Introduce the session by defining jokes, banter, and discussing how jokes may sometimes hurt feelings. Use prompting questions to get students engaged, and show 'The Power of Words' video to emphasize the impact that words can have on others.

Session 2: Recognizing Emotional Impact

Guide students into an interactive role-playing activity. Encourage them to express feelings during the scenario and document responses.

Session 3: Developing Empathy

This slide is for facilitating empathy-building activities. Ask students to share experiences and reflections. Use the worksheets to guide group discussions.

Session 4: Strategies for Inclusive Communication

Summarize key learnings from previous sessions. Lead brainstorming on more inclusive ways to use humor and co-create a classroom communication charter.

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