Story Weavers Empathy Workshop Lesson Plan
This lesson plan provides a comprehensive guide for teachers to lead the Story Weavers Empathy Workshop, including timing, objectives, and detailed facilitation instructions. It outlines how to use narrative to foster empathy in 7th-grade students through reading and creative activities.
Beyond the Cover Story Slides
This slide deck introduces the concept of empathy and how storytelling acts as a window into the unseen lives of others. It features visual prompts and key definitions to guide classroom discussion for 7th-grade students.
Diverse Lives Reading Handout
This reading material presents three short narrative snippets featuring diverse characters. It includes guided reflection questions designed to help students think critically about perspectives, motivations, and unseen emotional lives.
Character Perspective Share Discussion Guide
This discussion guide provides structured prompts and guidelines for small group reflection on character perspectives. It helps students practice active listening and empathetic dialogue while exploring the unseen stories behind the reading snippets.
'What If' Scenario Creation Activity
This activity sheet guides students through creating an imaginative 'what if' scenario for a character. It encourages empathetic consideration of potential reactions and feelings, demonstrating a deeper understanding of diverse perspectives.