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Argument Management for 4th Graders

Lesson Plan

Argument Management for 4th Graders

managing arguments

This lesson focuses on teaching 4th grade girls how to manage arguments effectively. Through a combination of discussion, video, and experiential learning activities, students will learn strategies to handle disagreements constructively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential social-emotional skills, fostering a positive classroom environment and enhancing their ability to resolve conflicts peacefully.

Audience

4th grade girls

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Restorative Practices, Active Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Video: Managing Feelings & Emotions For Elementary-Middle School, and Activity Instructions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief introduction about the importance of managing arguments and maintaining healthy relationships.
  • Explain the objectives of the lesson and what students will learn.

Step 2

Discussion

10 mins

  • Use the provided discussion questions to engage students in a conversation about arguments they have experienced.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and feelings about these situations.

Step 3

Video Viewing

5 mins

Step 4

Experiential Activity

7 mins

  • Conduct an activity where students role-play different scenarios involving arguments.
  • Guide them to use strategies from the video and discussion to resolve the conflicts.

Step 5

Closure

3 mins

  • Recap the key points learned during the lesson.
  • Encourage students to apply these strategies in real-life situations.
  • Ask students to reflect on how they feel about managing arguments now.
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Discussion

Discussion on Managing Arguments

This discussion will help students reflect on their experiences with arguments and explore ways to manage them effectively.

Can you think of a time when you had an argument with a friend? What happened?

Encourage students to share their experiences and feelings. Discuss what led to the argument and how it was resolved.







What are some feelings you experience during an argument?

Guide students to identify emotions such as anger, frustration, or sadness, and discuss how these emotions can affect their behavior.







What are some ways we can calm down during an argument?

Discuss strategies such as taking deep breaths, counting to ten, or walking away to cool down.







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Worksheet

Role-Play Activity Instructions

This worksheet provides instructions for a role-play activity where students practice managing arguments using strategies learned in the lesson.

Choose a scenario from the list and role-play it with a partner. Use strategies from the video to resolve the argument.

Scenarios could include: "Two friends want to play different games," "Someone accidentally breaks another's toy," or "A misunderstanding during a group project."







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