Resolving Conflicts Together

RONALD FLIPPIN

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Resolving Conflicts Together

Teach conflict resolution

This lesson introduces students to conflict resolution through Restorative Practices and Trauma-Informed Teaching. Students will engage in a role-playing activity to practice resolving conflicts in a supportive and understanding environment. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to manage conflicts constructively, promoting a positive and inclusive school culture.

Audience

6th & 7th graders

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Restorative Practices, Trauma-Informed Teaching

Materials

Role-Playing Scenarios Worksheet, and Conflict Resolution Exit Ticket

Step 1

Introduction

3 minutes

Briefly explain what conflict resolution is and why it's important.
Discuss how conflicts are a normal part of life and can be resolved in positive ways.

Step 2

Role-Playing Activity

12 minutes

Divide students into small groups.
Distribute the Role-Playing Scenarios Worksheet.
Each group selects a scenario and role-plays how to resolve the conflict using restorative practices.
Encourage students to focus on understanding each other's perspectives and finding a peaceful resolution.

Step 3

Discussion

3 minutes

Gather students to share their experiences from the role-playing activity.
Discuss what strategies worked well and what could be improved.

Step 4

Exit Ticket

2 minutes

Distribute the Conflict Resolution Exit Ticket.
Ask students to write down one thing they learned about resolving conflicts and one question they still have.

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Worksheet

Role-Playing Scenarios Worksheet

This worksheet provides scenarios for students to role-play and practice conflict resolution skills.

Scenario 1: Two friends argue over a game. How can they resolve it?

Scenario 2: A group project member isn't contributing. How should the group handle it?

Scenario 3: Someone accidentally breaks another's belongings. What should they do?

Quiz

Conflict Resolution Exit Ticket