Conflict Resolution Quest

Emily Wingate

Tier 3

Lesson Plan

Conflict Resolution Quest

Social problem solving skills

This lesson engages the student in a short, interactive session focused on developing social problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Through a combination of experiential learning and game-based activities, the student will explore different scenarios and practice resolving conflicts. This lesson is important as it equips the student with essential life skills that can improve interpersonal relationships and reduce stress in social situations.

Audience

Adolescent male in counseling

Time

15 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Game-Based Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Scenario Cards, Discussion Guide, and Worksheet: Problem Solving Steps

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Briefly explain the importance of conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Introduce the activity as a fun quest to solve social puzzles.

Step 2

Scenario Exploration

5 minutes

Present a scenario card to the student.
Ask the student to describe the problem in the scenario.
Guide the student to think about possible solutions.

Step 3

Game-Based Activity

5 minutes

Use a simple role-play game where the student acts out a solution to the scenario.
Encourage creativity and different approaches to solving the problem.
Provide feedback and guidance as needed.

Step 4

Reflection and Discussion

3 minutes

Discuss what strategies worked well and what could be improved.
Use the discussion guide to ask questions about the experience.
Reinforce the steps of problem-solving and conflict resolution.

Step 5

Closure

1 minute

Summarize the key points learned during the session.
Encourage the student to practice these skills in real-life situations.

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Worksheet

Scenario Cards

These cards present different social scenarios for the student to explore and resolve.

You and a friend both want to play the same video game, but there's only one controller.

A classmate accidentally bumps into you in the hallway and doesn't apologize.

You hear a rumor that someone is spreading lies about you at school.

Discussion

Discussion Guide

Guide to facilitate discussion on conflict resolution strategies.

What was the main problem in the scenario?

Help the student identify the core issue in the scenario.

What solutions did you consider?

Encourage the student to think about different ways to resolve the conflict.

How did you feel during the role-play?

Discuss emotions and how they can affect decision-making.

Worksheet

Worksheet: Problem Solving Steps

A worksheet to help the student outline steps for solving social problems.

Identify the problem in your own words.

Think about what the main issue is.

List two possible solutions to the problem.

Consider different ways to approach the issue.

Choose the best solution and explain why.

Think about which solution is most fair and effective.