School
You and your friends both want to play different games during lunch break. How can you suggest a compromise that allows both of you to enjoy your preferred activities?
Compromise
What is it called when you use body language to communicate?
Non-Verbal Communication
You and your friend, Alex, both have one ball to play with at recess. You want to play kickball, but Alex wants to play dodgeball. You both really want to play your own game.
We could take turns so we both get to play what we want. First, we can play kickball for part of recess, and then we can play dodgeball after.
Someone called you a mean name, what should you do?
Ask them politely not to call you that.
True or False: Is getting angry and shouting a healthy way to deal with conflict?
False
What is conflict?
a disagreement or argument
You accidentally bump into someone and spill water all over their books. What is the first step you would take to make things right?
Apologize
The ability to think of ideas through art, poetry, etc.
Creative Thinking
It's movie night at your house, and you and your sibling, Jamie, can't agree on what to watch. You want to watch an adventure movie, but Jamie wants to watch a cartoon.
We can compromise by finding a movie that we both enjoy. Maybe we can pick a movie that has adventure and funny cartoon parts so we are both happy.
Tell an adult.
True or False: Can conflict be positive?
True
What is body language?
Expressions and gestures that a person makes with their body
Your friend is upset and doesn't want to talk about why. How can you have respect towards that person?
Respecting Boundaries
Communication through technology such as texting and social media
Digital Communication
You and your friend, Sam, are working on an art project together. You want to use blue and green, but Sam wants to use red and yellow.
We can compromise by using all of the colors in the art project so we both get to use the colors we like.
Someone wants to fight you at school, what should you do?
Tell a teacher or another adult on school campus.
True or False: Sharing your feelings calmly is a good way to express yourself during a conflict.
True
What is problem-solving?
Collaborative approach to solve challenges in a conflict.
Your classmate seems upset. What skill are you using to show you understand and care about what they're saying
Active Listening
What is it called to modify something to meet someone else's needs?
Adaptability or Flexibility
You and Chris are playing with a new toy truck. You want to drive it around the room, but Chris wants to set up a construction site.
We can compromise by making a construction site first and then driving the truck around it so we both get to play the way we want.
You are angry that a peer took your favorite pen, what should you do?
Ask them calmly if they could return your pen.
True or False: Using mean words and name-calling helps solve conflict appropriately.
False
What is effective communication in conflict resolution?
Expressing thoughts and feelings in a way that works towards solving the problem.
Your group project team is struggling to agree on a topic. What skill would you use to reach a decision everyone can agree on?
Problem-Solving
What is the term for statements such as "I feel.." or "I think.."?
"I" statements
It's snack time, and you and your friend, Taylor, only have one apple left to share. You want to eat the whole apple, but Taylor also wants some.
We can compromise by cutting the apple in half so we both get some and can enjoy the snack together.
Someone said something that you disagree with, what should you do?
Listen to their point of view and then calmly share your views.
True or False: Your body language and facial expressions play a role in conflict resolution?
True
What is the importance of using "I" statements?
It can help you communicate your concerns, feelings, and needs without blaming others or sounding threatening