Empathy
What is the definition of Empathy?
the ability to understand and share the feelings of another. (Walking in their shoes)
What is one way you can show compassion?
Any applicable answer
Ben can't find his permission slip for the class field trip and it's due today.
Upset, angry, frustrated, left out, sad, disappointed, embarrassed, etc.
Ben can't find his permission slip for the class field trip and it's due today.
Help him look for it, ask an adult for help, ask if he's ok, etc.
True or False: Having empathy for someone might change how you react to someone?
True
Why is compassion and kindness important?
Any applicable answer
Felix drew a picture he's really proud of, but another student made fun of it.
Angry, upset, discouraged, sad, annoyed, etc.
Felix drew a picture he's really proud of, but another student made fun of it.
Ask if he's ok, tell him that you like his picture, etc.
True or False: Empathy is telling your friend that they are overreacting to something?
False
How do you show compassion to others?
Say and do things that show we care.
You're in line waiting to go to recess when you notice that your teacher is making another student clean up the mess you made.
Frustrated, annoyed, disappointed, etc.
You're in line waiting to go to recess when you notice that your teacher is making another student clean up the mess you made.
Let your teacher know that it's your mess, go help clean up, clean it up on your own, apologize to the teacher and/or student.
Why is empathy important?
It helps us relate to others and understand what they are feeling.
What clues show you that someone may need compassion?
They look upset (facial expression/body language) or something they said (I'm having a bad day)
You & your friends are playing at recess when a new student comes over to talk to the group. No one is listening to them or invites them to play.
Left out, lonely, upset, mad, embarrassed, sad, awkward, etc.
You & your friends are playing at recess when a new student comes over to talk to the group. No one is listening to them or invites them to play.
Ask them questions to get to know them, introduce yourself, invite them to play, etc.
Empathy + _________ = Compassion
Action
What are the 3 parts of compassion?
See someone in need
Care about their feelings
Do something to show you care
You & your friend try out for the talent show, but only you get picked to be in it. Your friend says, "I really wanted to be picked."
Upset, disappointed, left out, angry, mad, embarrassed, jealous
You & your friend try out for the talent show, but only you get picked to be in it. Your friend says, "I really wanted to be picked."
Comfort them, ask what they need, give them a hug, etc.