Restorative Practices for Harmony

Jennifer Temple

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Restorative Practices for Harmony

Restorative practices to resolve conflicts

This lesson introduces 4th-grade students to restorative practices aimed at resolving relationship conflicts. Through a combination of video content, interactive discussions, and hands-on activities, students will learn how to identify and address conflicts in a constructive manner. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential social-emotional skills, fostering a more harmonious classroom environment and promoting empathy and understanding among peers.

Audience

4th Grade

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Restorative Practices, Active Learning

Materials

Video: Respecting Each Other in School, Worksheet: Conflict Resolution Scenarios, Discussion: Restorative Practices, Exit Ticket: Reflection on Conflict Resolution, and Answer Key: Conflict Resolution Scenarios

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what conflicts are and why they happen.
Introduce the concept of restorative practices as a way to resolve conflicts peacefully.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

Show the video Respecting Each Other in School.
Ask students to pay attention to how respect is shown and conflicts are resolved in the video.

Step 3

Guided Discussion

5 mins

Facilitate a discussion using the prepared questions from the discussion attachment.
Encourage students to share their thoughts on the video and relate it to their own experiences.

Step 4

Worksheet Activity

10 mins

Distribute the 'Conflict Resolution Scenarios' worksheet.
Have students work individually or in pairs to complete the scenarios, using restorative practices to suggest solutions.

Step 5

Closure and Exit Ticket

5 mins

Review the key points of the lesson and ask students to share one thing they learned.
Distribute the exit ticket for students to reflect on how they can use restorative practices in their own lives.

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Discussion

Restorative Practices Discussion

A guided discussion to help students reflect on the video and their own experiences with conflict resolution.

What did you notice about how conflicts were resolved in the video?

Encourage students to think about specific actions or words used to resolve conflicts.

Can you think of a time when you had a conflict with a friend? How was it resolved?

Guide students to reflect on personal experiences and consider what worked or didn't work.

How can we use what we learned today to resolve conflicts in our classroom?

Discuss practical applications of restorative practices in the classroom setting.

Worksheet

Conflict Resolution Scenarios

This worksheet provides scenarios for students to practice using restorative practices to resolve conflicts.

Scenario 1: You and your friend both want to play with the same toy. How can you resolve this conflict using restorative practices?

Think about sharing, taking turns, or finding a compromise.

Scenario 2: A classmate accidentally bumps into you and you drop your books. What restorative steps can you take to address this situation?

Consider how you can express your feelings and find a solution together.

Quiz

Conflict Resolution Exit Ticket

Answer Key

Conflict Resolution Answer Key

Answers and explanations for the Conflict Resolution Scenarios worksheet.

Scenario 1: You and your friend both want to play with the same toy. How can you resolve this conflict using restorative practices?

Share the toy or take turns.
Restorative practices encourage communication and compromise. Sharing or taking turns allows both parties to enjoy the toy.

Scenario 2: A classmate accidentally bumps into you and you drop your books. What restorative steps can you take to address this situation?

Express your feelings and discuss a solution together.
Expressing feelings and discussing the situation helps both parties understand each other and find a solution.