Lesson 12: I Can Empathize: Sharing Stories and Developing Empathy
In this lesson, students will practice empathy through telling stories and listening to classmates’ experiences.
Skills
                
        Listening
            
                  
        Practicing Empathy
            
          Topics
                
        Democr. Foundations
            
          Learning Tools
                
        Role-Playing Simulation
            
          Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
                Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 8 issues, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.
Acknowledge new information expressed by others, and, when warranted, qualify or justify their own views in light of the evidence presented.
College, Career, and Civic Life Framework (C3)
                D2.Civ.10.6-8.
Explain the relevance of personal interests and perspectives, civic virtues, and democratic principles when people address issues and problems in government and civil society
