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SEL: Empathy: Understanding How Others Feel

Practice noticing feelings and showing kindness

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SEL: Empathy: Understanding How Others Feel

Practice noticing feelings and showing kindness

SEL - Grade K-1

Instructions: Read each problem with a grown-up or partner. Think about how the person might feel. Draw or write your answer.
  1. 1

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

    Think about how you feel when your things fall.

    Maya might feel upset or frustrated. You could help her pick up the crayons and say, "I can help you."
  2. 2

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

    Leo likely feels happy and excited because he won the game.
  3. 3

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

    Think about what would help someone feel welcome.

    You could invite the new student to sit with you or say, "Would you like to play with us later?"
  4. 4

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

    Sam might feel sad or disappointed because the tower fell down.
  5. 5

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

    Empathy means showing you care about how someone feels.

    An empathetic response is, "I am sorry you miss her. Do you want to tell me about her?"
  6. 6

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

    One clue is their face. A smile can show happiness, and tears can show sadness.
  7. 7

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

    Loud sounds can feel uncomfortable to some people.

    Nina might feel scared or overwhelmed. A calm voice and quiet space after the drill could help her.
  8. 8

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

    You can say, "You worked hard on your drawing. It looks great."
  9. 9

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

    Safe helping is important.

    You should check if the classmate is okay and tell a grown-up if they need help.
  10. 10

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

    Kai might feel frustrated or impatient because he wants a turn with the toy.
  11. 11

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

    Choose a caring action.

    When someone feels sad, I can show empathy by listening, using kind words, or asking if they need help.
  12. 12

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

    You should stop right away and listen to your friend's words and feelings.
  13. 13

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

    You can choose happy, sad, mad, scared, excited, calm, or another feeling.

    The answer should show a feeling face and give a simple reason, such as "I feel happy because I played with my friend."
  14. 14

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

    Kind words can help someone feel safe to keep trying.

    You can say, "It is okay. Try again. I can wait."
  15. 15

    Why is it important to think about how others feel?

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