Using a Venn diagram, pupils compare the similarities and differences between two classmates. Next, they review the CARE acronym (Collaboration, Acceptance, Respect, Empathy) and discuss how it applies to diversity in the classroom.

Concepts

life skills, social-emotional learning, respect, tolerance, venn diagrams, compare and contrast, similarities and differences, diversity

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• As a lesson extension, have students use Venn diagrams to compare themselves to family members

Classroom Considerations

• Serves as lesson four of six from the What Does It Take... unit
• Requires a white board or chart paper

Pros

• Includes teacher follow-up activities
• Provides a measurable learning objective and essential question 

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.4.1.b SL.4.1.c SL.4.1.d