Lesson Plan

Empathy Through Storytelling Lesson Plan

Students will share personal stories and actively listen to peers to build empathy and enhance their communication skills.

Fostering empathy in the classroom deepens understanding, nurtures respect, and creates a supportive environment among diverse middle school students.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Setup

15 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Storytelling Circle

25 minutes

Step 3

Group Reflection

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Debrief

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Empathy Through Storytelling

Introduce the lesson by welcoming students and explaining the objectives of the session. Emphasize that today's class is about understanding and sharing personal stories to build empathy. Use the warm, inviting colors (#FFE082, #FFCC80, #FFA726) to set a positive tone.

What is Empathy?

Provide a clear definition of empathy and discuss its role in creating supportive communities. Ask for student input on their understanding of empathy.

Guidelines for Storytelling

Outline the guidelines for the upcoming storytelling activity, emphasizing safe space, active listening, and respect for all shared stories.

Reflection Prompts

Use these reflection questions to prompt discussion after the storytelling activity. Encourage honest and thoughtful contributions from each student.

Wrap-Up & Takeaways

Conclude the session by summarizing the key lessons learned about empathy and personal connections. Engage students to share one final thought or takeaway.

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Activity

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Empathy Through Storytelling

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Tyrone Sandaal

Tier 1
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