Help students slow down, separate facts from assumptions, and consider another person’s perspective before deciding how to respond.
This free one-page high school activity presents a realistic classroom situation and asks students to think through what they actually know, what they may be assuming, and how they can respond with both empathy and responsibility.

Students will:

• distinguish observation from assumption
• consider more than one possible explanation for someone’s behavior
• practice perspective-taking
• respond with empathy while still addressing responsibility

Designed for a quick 15–20 minute discussion, writing activity, warm-up, or reflection exercise for grades 9–12.

Includes:
1-page printable PDF

Price: FREE

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