These perspective taking scenario cards require students to explain both viewpoints fairly before they choose a position. The 20 school, friendship, technology and fairness dilemmas build empathy without asking students to abandon careful reasoning.
Students identify what each person knows, needs and values. They then give the strongest fair reason for both sides, find shared concerns and decide whether one position or a compromise is most reasonable. This process builds the early steelman habit needed for mature discussion and debate.
Use the cards for SEL lessons, classroom meetings, counseling groups, speaking and listening practice, critical-thinking warm-ups, writing prompts or small-group intervention. The scenarios are mature enough for upper elementary students without becoming inappropriate or overly abstract.
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