Empathy

You were at school and you were running in the hallway. You ran past a teacher and she gave you a look. What kind of look do you think was on her face and why? What do you think you should do?

• She looks happy. Keep running and ignore the teacher.

• She looks mad. Ask her why her face looks like that

• She looks mad. Stop running in the hallway and apologize to her.

• She looks sad. Tell her to have a good day and keep running

After soccer practice you hand out birthday invitations to everyone except a little boy you didn’t know. As you were leaving you saw him crying and talking to his mom. Why do you think the boy was crying? What could you do or say?

• He is upset because he doesn't know anyone. Ignore him and go home.

• He is upset because you didn't invite him to your party. Introduce yourself, apologize, and invite him to come to the party as well.

• He probably just got hurt playing soccer. Tell him to dry it up and quit crying.

• He is sad because you didn't invite him to your party. Tell him maybe next year.

What does empathy mean?

• The ability to understand and share the feelings of another
• Sharing toys
• Talking to friends
• Asking someone to play

How would you feel if you lost a game?

• Mood

• Upset

• Emotion

True or False: Everyone always feels the same way about everything.

• True

• False

How would a boy feel if he has been in the car for 3 hours?

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What could you do at recess if you see someone who is sad because of other people?

• Ask them if they want to play.

• Explain to the other people that it is important to be kind.

• Get a recess teacher if the situation is serious.

• All of these would be good options.

Why is it important to be kind?

• Kindness doesn't matter.

• I don't know.

• Kindness helps others feel good about themselves.