ClassX Video Lessons Youtube Channel Smile and Learn English What is EMPATHY? Explaining Empathy to Kids – Emotions
Hello friends!
Today, we’re going to learn about something really special called empathy. Do you know what empathy is? Don’t worry if you don’t, because I’m here to explain it to you!
Empathy is when we try to understand how someone else is feeling by imagining ourselves in their situation. It’s like putting on their shoes and walking around in them for a bit!
Imagine my dog, Sparky, is feeling sick, and I have to take him to the vet. You might say, “Oh no! I’m so sorry. You must be really worried.” When you do this, you’re showing empathy because you’re trying to feel what I’m feeling.
Now, let’s think about your brother. He comes home from school feeling sad because he didn’t do well on a test, even though he studied hard. You might feel sad too because you understand how disappointed he must be. That’s empathy!
Now that you know what empathy is, let’s practice it! Here’s a little trick:
Let’s try another example. Imagine your friend Clara lost her favorite pencil. Here’s what you can do:
You’re doing an amazing job learning about empathy! Remember, empathy is all about understanding how others feel and being kind. Keep practicing, and you’ll be a great friend to everyone around you.
See you soon!
Empathy Role Play: Pair up with a friend or family member and take turns acting out different scenarios. For example, one person can pretend to be a child who lost their toy, and the other can practice showing empathy by asking questions and offering comfort. After each role play, discuss how it felt to give and receive empathy.
Empathy Journal: Start an empathy journal where you write or draw about a time you showed empathy or someone showed empathy to you. Each day, try to add a new entry. This will help you remember and reflect on the importance of understanding others’ feelings.
Empathy Observation Walk: Take a walk around your neighborhood or school and observe people around you. Try to guess how they might be feeling based on their expressions and actions. Think about what you could say or do to show empathy if they needed it. Share your observations with a parent or teacher.
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Hello friends!
Do you know what we’re going to talk about today?
Today, we’re going to talk about empathy. That’s right! So, what is empathy?
Don’t worry, I’ll tell you all about it.
We feel empathy when we put ourselves in someone else’s position, understanding and comprehending their emotions and feelings.
I don’t think I understand that very well. What if you explained it to me with an example?
Sure! Imagine my dog, Sparky, is sick and I have to take him to the vet.
Oh no! I’m so sorry. You must be really worried, right?
I can imagine how you must be feeling.
That’s empathy—putting yourself in my place and understanding how I feel. In this case, you can feel how worried I am about Sparky.
I think I’m beginning to understand now.
Now, let’s imagine that your brother gets home from school feeling very sad because he scored low on his test, even though he studied hard for it.
I’m sure he’s in a bad mood. He must be very sad. Knowing he feels this way makes me sad too.
That’s it! Feeling empathy is putting yourself in your brother’s place.
I see!
Now you know what empathy is. You have managed to understand how other people feel.
You’re right! Now I get it.
How about you? Yes, you watching this video—did you understand what empathy is?
Here’s a trick to practice empathy:
If you see someone who doesn’t feel quite okay, first observe how that person might be feeling.
Then think, how would I feel if I were this person?
Finally, ask this person, “How are you feeling? Can I help you?”
Very well! Now let’s look at a situation where we can show empathy.
Imagine Clara lost her favorite pencil.
First, observe how do you think Clara is feeling.
Second, think about how you would feel if you lost something you really liked.
Finally, ask her, “How can I help you?”
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Excellent! You did an amazing job!
Now we know that empathy means putting ourselves in the place of others and understanding their emotions in certain situations.
That’s right! Always try to be empathetic.
See you soon!
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