Peaceful Playtime

Mayra Mendoza Saenz

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Peaceful Playtime

Conflict Resolution

This lesson introduces PreK students to basic conflict resolution skills through interactive play and discussion. By engaging in a role-play activity and guided discussion, students will learn how to identify conflicts and practice simple strategies to resolve them peacefully. This lesson is important as it helps young children develop essential social skills, such as empathy and communication, which are crucial for their interpersonal development.

Audience

PreK

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Active Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Soft toys or puppets, Printable conflict scenario cards, and Discussion questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Gather students in a circle.
Briefly explain what conflict is in simple terms (e.g., when people disagree or want the same thing).
Introduce the concept of resolving conflicts by talking and listening.

Step 2

Role-Play Activity

15 minutes

Use soft toys or puppets to act out a simple conflict scenario (e.g., two toys want the same block).
Ask students to suggest ways the toys can solve their problem.
Encourage students to role-play their solutions using the toys.
Provide guidance and praise for peaceful solutions.

Step 3

Discussion

10 minutes

Use the printable conflict scenario cards to present different situations.
Ask students how they would resolve each conflict.
Facilitate a discussion using the prepared questions to guide students in thinking about empathy and communication.

Step 4

Closure

5 minutes

Recap the key points of the lesson: identifying conflicts and resolving them by talking and listening.
Praise students for their participation and encourage them to use these skills during playtime.

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Worksheet

Conflict Scenario Cards

Printable cards with simple conflict scenarios for role-play and discussion.

Two children want to play with the same toy.

One child wants to play outside, but another wants to stay inside.

Two friends both want to be the leader in a game.

A child accidentally knocks over another child's block tower.

Discussion

Conflict Resolution Discussion

Guided discussion to help students think about resolving conflicts.

What can you do if you and a friend both want the same toy?

Encourage students to think about sharing, taking turns, or finding another toy.

How can you tell someone you are upset without yelling?

Discuss using calm words and explaining feelings.

Why is it important to listen to others when there is a conflict?

Highlight understanding others' feelings and finding a solution together.