Buddy Day #5- Compassion

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Objective:

To teach students about compassion, empathy, and kindness through interactive activities and discussions.

Lesson Plan:

Introduction (15 minutes):

1. Gather all students and introduce the concept of compassion. Explain that compassion means caring for others and being kind and understanding towards them.

2. Use a storybook or a short video to illustrate examples of compassion. Discuss the story/video with the students, asking questions to ensure comprehension.

Activity 1: Compassion Storytelling (20 minutes):

1. Provide each pair of older and younger students with a storyboard template and markers.

2. Instruct them to create a simple storyboard with four to six frames.

3. Encourage students to work together to come up with a short story about compassion. The story should include characters who demonstrate acts of kindness and empathy towards others.

4. After completing their storyboards, have a few  pairs of students  share their story with the rest of the class. Allow students to narrate their story and explain the compassionate actions depicted in each frame.

Activity 2: Compassion Circle (15 minutes):

1. Have students sit in a circle, with each pair of older and younger students sitting together.

2. Provide each student with sticky notes and ask them to write down one act of kindness or compassion they have witnessed or experienced.

3. Go around the circle, allowing students to share their notes and briefly explain the act of compassion.

4. Discuss as a group how these acts of compassion made them feel and why compassion is important.

Activity 3: Appreciation Cards (20 minutes):

1. Provide each pair of older and younger students with colored paper, markers, and other craft supplies.

2. Instruct them to create appreciation cards for someone they care about, such as a family member, friend, or teacher.

3. Encourage students to write or draw messages of gratitude and kindness on their cards, expressing their appreciation for the recipient's compassion and support.

4. After completing their cards, allow students to exchange them with their buddies or share them with the class during a show-and-tell session.

Conclusion (10 minutes):

1. Gather students back together and recap what they learned about compassion.

2. Discuss how they can incorporate acts of compassion into their daily lives, both at school and at home.

3. Emphasize the importance of empathy and understanding towards others.

4. Encourage students to continue spreading kindness and compassion in their community.