Lesson Plan

Conflict Transformation Guide

Students will apply a three-part de-escalation script in a role-play, accurately using all steps and proposing a restorative action to transform conflict into growth.

Equips students with empathy, communication, and restorative tools to navigate real conflicts, reduce tension, and build healthier relationships.

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Time

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Materials

Prep

Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Continuum Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Mini-Lesson: Iceberg Model & De-Escalation Script

12 minutes

Step 3

Role-Play Carousel

15 minutes

Step 4

Whole-Class Debrief

8 minutes

Step 5

Private Journaling & Planning

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

From Sparks to Solutions

Learning Objective

What Sparks Conflict?

The Iceberg Model

Iceberg Model Example

Introducing the 3-Part De-Escalation Script

Step 1: Name the Feeling

Step 2: Invite Perspective

Step 3: Propose Restorative Action

Modeled Scenario

Reflection Prompt

Next Up: Role-Play Carousel

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Warm Up

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Journal

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Rubric

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Flip the Conflict into Growth

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