Conflict Resolution Jeopardy

Getting Along

100

Someone made a face at you while you're sitting in class. What should you do?

Ignore them. After class you can tell them it bothered you.

200

You are playing a game and you both want to go first. What could you do?

Use Chance, compromise, take turns.

300

You and your friend have not been playing on the yard recently. How could you approach a conversation about this with your friend?

Use I messages. Let them know what's bothering you calmly without blaming them. Tell them how important it is you try to still be friends.

400

One of your friends was teasing you and things went too far and now you are mad. What should you do?

Use strategies to calm down. Some things that may help you calm down are walking away, taking deep breaths, talking to a teacher, talking to another friend, etc. When you are calm, let them know that what they said hurt your feelings.

500

You heard someone whispering and you think you heard your name mentioned. What should you do?

Ignore it if you can. Ask them about it calmly. If they were talking about you, then use an I message. "I feel upset when you're talking about me behind my back. I need you to stop doing that and talk to me directly."

Respecting Differences

100

You just got new glasses and there is a student in your class who is teasing you about them. This hurts your feelings. What I message could you use to tell them your feelings are hurt?

I feel _______ when ____________. I need _________. I feel upset when you're making fun of my glasses. I need you to stop.

200

There are a group of kids on the playground from your class who are playing soccer and they tell you that you can't play because you aren't good enough. How should you handle the situation?

You could go find something else to do. You could talk to them and let them know you don't think this is fair.

300

You just got new shoes and they are different from your normal ones. You're worried that someone might make fun of it. You walk into the classroom and a student laughs and points at you. What should you do?

Ignore them. If someone laughs at you for your shoe choices, they definitely aren't someone you'll want to spend time with. If you like them, that is all that matters.

400

You asked your friend about her dad and she got very upset because she doesn't see her father anymore. You didn't mean to hurt her feelings, but didn't realize that this might be a sensitive topic. What should you do?

Apologize to her. Talk it out and let her know you didn't mean to upset her.

500

A new student just joined your class from another country and you assumed he was from Mexico because he was Hispanic, but he is really from El Salvador. This student was offended. What should you do?

Apologize to him. Talk it out and let him know you were not trying to be offensive. Be more aware next time and don't make the same quick judgments.

Teamwork

100

You are working in a group in your classroom and one person is doing something that is really bothering you.

Ask them calmly and nicely to stop. If they continue to bother you, get up calmly and ask the teacher for help.

200

You are playing a game with some friends and you win. One of the players is really angry that you won and is not being a good sport about it. What should you do?

Watch your words to be sure you're not bragging. Ignore them until they calm down. Remind them it's just a game. Compliment something great that they did in the game to make them feel better.

300

You are working on a project with a partner and you both want to do the first part. What should you do?

Chance - rock/paper/scissors to decide. Compromise - find a win/win solution Take turns

400

During group time, another class member keeps interrupting you and you are getting mad. What should you do?

Talk it out. Use an I message to let them know how you're feeling. "I'm feeling frustrated when you keep interrupting me. I need you to let me have a chance to share my ideas too."

500

You are playing a game that requires you to be divided up into teams of 2. You don't like the person you are teamed up with, but the teacher said you have to work together. What should you do?

Stop and think about how that person would feel if you complained about having to work with them. Recognize that life isn't always fair and we have to work together sometimes. Give them a second chance. You may find that you actually do like them.

No-Bullying Behaviors

100

Someone on the bus is calling you names every day. This really hurts your feelings. What should you do?

Ignore what you can. Ask them to stop. Sit with friends so you have people around you who are being nice. Tell the bus driver.

200

A student in your class was playing in the bathroom when you were in there, and you know that is not allowed. He threatens to hurt you if you tell the teacher. What should you do?

Tell the teacher anyway - if someone is threatening you this isn't safe. You could always write a note to let the teacher know if you're worried about the other student seeing you tell.

300

You see one of your friends being made fun of at recess by another student. What should you do?

Be a friend. Go up to your friend and make sure they're okay. Make sure you don't join in these behaviors. Take the friend away from the person being unkind.

400

A "friend" of yours is constantly making fun of you in front of other people but is nice to you when you are both alone. You are confused and hurt by this. What should you do?

Talk about it with the "friend." Let them know it's not okay for them to be so mean to you in front of others. Decide if it's worth trying to be friends with someone who is treating you like that. Think about what a real friend would do.

500

Someone started a rumor about you that was not true and very hurtful. You know who started it. What should you do?

After you've cooled off, talk to the person. Let them know how it made you feel and that this is not okay. Ask them how they can fix it - they need to take some responsibility and set the record straight. If it is damaging your reputation in any way or about something that might get you in trouble, then get help from a teacher if you need it to stop the rumor from spreading.

General Friendship

100

Your best friend won't ever let you play the way you want. He also always wants to go first. What should you do?

See if there are ways you can compromise. Talk to your friend. Tell him you really want to play, but want to be able to do things you like also. Recommend taking turns doing the things you both enjoy.

200

Your friend always wants to be the one who chooses what game you will play. This is starting to get frustrating to you. What should you do?

Ask if you can take turns deciding what to do. Use chance - coin toss, rock/paper/scissors Compromise and find a win/win solution Talk about it and let them know you're getting frustrated.

300

Your best friend looks mad at you and is ignoring you but she hasn't told you why he's angry and you don't have a clue what is bothering him. What should you do?

When she looks like he's calmed down, talk about it and ask what's wrong. Find someone else to hangout with if he continues to ignore you. Let him know you want to fix whatever is going on and that you'll talk about it when he's ready.

400

Your friend let you borrow one of his video games and now you can't find it. He is upset. What should you do?

Apologize for losing it. Talk it out. Share (one of yours). You need to let your parent know and get help looking for it or replacing it. If you borrowed it, you're responsible for it.

500

Your only friend in the class is hanging out during recess with someone that you don't like. What should you do?

If they are your friend, then it's not fair to ask them to choose between you and the person you don't like. You need to calm down and think about it to find a win/win solution. Maybe if you give the other student a chance, you'll be able to make a new friend.