SEL: Empathy: Understanding How Others Feel Worksheet

Question 1

Maya drops her crayons and they roll all over the floor. How might Maya feel? What could you do to help?

Accepted Answer

Maya might feel upset or frustrated. You could help her pick up the crayons and say, "I can help you."

Question 2

Leo is smiling and jumping after he wins a game. How do you think Leo feels?

Accepted Answer

Leo likely feels happy and excited because he won the game.

Question 3

A new student is sitting alone at lunch. What kind thing could you say or do?

Accepted Answer

You could invite the new student to sit with you or say, "Would you like to play with us later?"

Question 4

Sam's block tower falls down. Sam's eyes get watery. How might Sam feel?

Accepted Answer

Sam might feel sad or disappointed because the tower fell down.

Question 5

Your friend says, "I miss my grandma." What is an empathetic response?

Accepted Answer

An empathetic response is, "I am sorry you miss her. Do you want to tell me about her?"

Question 6

Look at someone's face, body, and voice. Name one clue that can help you know how they feel.

Accepted Answer

One clue is their face. A smile can show happiness, and tears can show sadness.

Question 7

Nina is covering her ears during a loud fire drill. How might Nina feel? What could help her?

Accepted Answer

Nina might feel scared or overwhelmed. A calm voice and quiet space after the drill could help her.

Question 8

Your friend is proud of a drawing. What can you say to share their happy feeling?

Accepted Answer

You can say, "You worked hard on your drawing. It looks great."

Question 9

A classmate trips and falls on the playground. What should you do first?

Accepted Answer

You should check if the classmate is okay and tell a grown-up if they need help.

Question 10

Kai wants a turn with a toy, but someone else is using it. Kai crosses his arms and frowns. How might Kai feel?

Accepted Answer

Kai might feel frustrated or impatient because he wants a turn with the toy.

Question 11

Fill in the sentence: When someone feels sad, I can show empathy by ______.

Accepted Answer

When someone feels sad, I can show empathy by listening, using kind words, or asking if they need help.

Question 12

A friend says, "Please stop. I do not like that." What should you do?

Accepted Answer

You should stop right away and listen to your friend's words and feelings.

Question 13

Draw a face that shows how you feel today. Then write or tell one reason for that feeling.

Accepted Answer

The answer should show a feeling face and give a simple reason, such as "I feel happy because I played with my friend."

Question 14

Your partner makes a mistake while reading. What can you say that shows empathy?

Accepted Answer

You can say, "It is okay. Try again. I can wait."

Question 15

Why is it important to think about how others feel?

Accepted Answer

It is important because it helps us be kind, help others, and make our classroom a caring place.

SEL: Empathy: Understanding How Others Feel