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Conflict Resolution Role-Play

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Lesson Plan

Conflict Resolution Role-Play

Build conflict resolution skills

This lesson engages students in role-playing exercises to navigate peer conflicts. Through scenarios, students will practice identifying conflicts and explore collaborative solutions, enhancing their conflict resolution skills and empathy. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills that are essential for positive peer interactions and personal growth.

Audience

Grades 6-8 Students

Time

40 minutes

Approach

Build conflict resolution skills

Materials

Discussion Guide, Printable Scenario Cards, Pens, and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what conflict is and why it's important to resolve it.
  • Ask students to share any experiences they have had with conflict and how they resolved it.

Step 2

Discussion

10 minutes

  • Use the Discussion Guide to facilitate a conversation about different types of conflicts and strategies for resolution.
  • Encourage students to think about the importance of empathy and understanding in resolving conflicts.

Step 3

Role-Playing Activity

20 minutes

  • Divide students into small groups and distribute the Printable Scenario Cards.
  • Each group selects a card and role-plays the scenario, focusing on identifying the conflict and finding a collaborative solution.
  • Encourage students to use empathy and active listening during the role-play.

Step 4

Closure

5 minutes

  • Gather the class and ask each group to share their scenario and how they resolved the conflict.
  • Discuss what strategies worked well and what could be improved.
  • Reinforce the importance of conflict resolution skills in everyday life.
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Discussion

Conflict Resolution Discussion Guide

A guide to facilitate a discussion on conflict resolution strategies and the importance of empathy.

What are some common causes of conflict among peers?

Encourage students to think about misunderstandings, competition, and differing opinions.







Why is it important to resolve conflicts peacefully?

Discuss the benefits of maintaining friendships and creating a positive environment.







What strategies can we use to resolve conflicts?

Explore active listening, empathy, and finding common ground.







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Worksheet

Conflict Resolution Scenario Cards

Printable cards with different conflict scenarios for students to role-play and practice resolution strategies.




Scenario 1: Two friends want to play different games during recess.







Scenario 2: A group project where one member isn't contributing.







Scenario 3: A misunderstanding over a text message.







Scenario 4: Disagreement over who should lead a team activity.




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