Peaceful Pals

Cherie Rousseau

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Peaceful Pals

Conflict Resolution

This lesson introduces kindergarten students to basic conflict resolution skills using restorative practices. Through a simple and engaging activity, students will learn how to express their feelings and listen to others, fostering a peaceful classroom environment. This lesson is important as it helps young children develop essential social-emotional skills that will aid them in interacting positively with peers.

Audience

Grade K

Time

10 minutes

Approach

Restorative Practices

Materials

Printable Cards: Emotion Cards, and Discussion: Conflict Resolution Discussion

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

Gather students in a circle on the carpet.
Briefly explain that today they will learn how to solve problems with friends in a kind way.
Introduce the concept of 'peaceful pals' who help each other feel better.

Step 2

Activity: Emotion Cards

5 mins

Show students the Emotion Cards and explain that each card shows a different feeling.
Ask students to pick a card that shows how they feel when they have a problem with a friend.
Encourage students to share their card and explain why they chose it.

Step 3

Discussion: Conflict Resolution

3 mins

Use the Conflict Resolution Discussion questions to guide a conversation about how to solve problems.
Encourage students to think about how they can be 'peaceful pals' and help each other feel better.
Reinforce the idea of listening and talking about feelings as a way to solve conflicts.

Step 4

Closure

1 min

Thank students for sharing and remind them that they can always talk about their feelings.
Encourage them to use what they learned today whenever they have a problem with a friend.

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Worksheet

Emotion Cards

These cards display various emotions to help students express how they feel during conflicts. They are used in the activity to facilitate discussion and understanding of feelings.

Happy

Sad

Angry

Confused

Excited

Scared

Discussion

Conflict Resolution Discussion

This discussion helps students think about how to resolve conflicts peacefully by expressing their feelings and listening to others.

What can you do if you feel upset with a friend?

Encourage students to talk about their feelings and listen to their friend.

How can you help a friend who is feeling sad?

Discuss ways to be supportive, like offering a hug or kind words.

Why is it important to listen to each other?

Highlight the importance of understanding and respecting each other's feelings.