Can empathy be learned—and how can it be put into action?
This free two-page high school writing resource asks students to explore whether empathy can be learned and demonstrated through everyday actions.

Students write a 5–7 paragraph essay with a clear thesis, consider another person’s perspective, and support their reasoning with evidence from at least two credible sources. The assignment also includes guidance for citations and a Works Cited page.
The second page provides a simple planning organizer for:

• working thesis
• ways empathy can be learned or shown
• a specific situation and another person’s perspective
• evidence from two sources
• final essay requirements

Ideal for:

• Grades 9–12
• High school English / ELA
• Essay writing
• Research and argument writing
• Empathy or character education
• Homeschool or classroom use

Includes:
2-page printable PDF

Price: FREE