Managing Anger in Relationships

Stephanie Cordero

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Managing Anger in Relationships

Conflict Resolution Skills

This condensed lesson focuses on teaching 6th-grade students conflict resolution skills with an emphasis on managing anger in interpersonal relationships. Through a brief video and discussion, students will learn to identify triggers and express emotions constructively. This lesson is crucial for helping students build healthy relationships and improve their emotional intelligence, which are essential skills for their personal and academic lives.

Audience

6th Grade Students

Time

15 mins

Approach

Conflict Resolution Skills

Materials

Video: Anger Management Techniques For Kids, and Discussion questions

Step 1

Introduction

3 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what conflict is: Conflict is a disagreement or argument between people with different views or needs.
Explain why conflicts may happen in school, such as misunderstandings or differences in opinions.
Introduce the concept of managing anger and its importance in resolving conflicts.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

Show the video Anger Management Techniques For Kids.
Highlight key points from the video on managing anger.

Step 3

Group Discussion

5 mins

Use discussion questions to guide a brief conversation about the video.
Discuss the importance of using 'I' statements and coping strategies like deep breathing.

Step 4

Closure

2 mins

Summarize the key takeaways from the lesson.
Encourage students to apply these skills in their daily interactions.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions

These questions are designed to facilitate a brief class discussion on the video and the strategies used for managing anger.

What strategies did you find most effective in managing anger during the video?

Encourage students to reflect on specific techniques they saw, such as deep breathing or counting to ten.

How can 'I' statements help in resolving conflicts?

Discuss how 'I' statements can reduce defensiveness and promote understanding.