Understanding Conflict
What is a conflict?
A disagreement or argument between two or more people
What type of statement should you use to express your feelings? (Hint: It starts with a letter)
"I" statements
What should you do if you can't solve a conflict by yourself?
Ask an adult for help/assistance
What is the FIRST step to resolving a conflict?
Stay calm (take deep breaths to control your emotions)
Your friend took your pencil without asking. What "I" statement could you use?
"I feel upset/frustrated when you take my pencil without asking"
Is it normal to have conflicts with others?
Yes, conflict is normal and happens to everyone
Finish this sentence: "I feel upset when you..."
Examples: take my toys without asking, don't listen to me, leave me out of the game
What is one way to avoid conflicts over toys or games?
Take turns and practice sharing
After you calm down, what should you do next?
Talk it out (communicate your feelings and listen to the other person)
You're feeling really angry during an argument. What should you do first?
Stay calm and take deep breaths
Name one type of conflict that can happen at school.
Disagreements over toys or games, differences in opinion, or misunderstandings (any one of these)
True or False: You should yell to make sure the other person understands you.
False (you should use a calm tone)
Name one problem-solving strategy you can use during a conflict.
Examples: Take turns, seek help from an adult, or look for win-win solutions
What are the two things you should do at the end of resolving a conflict?
Apologize (say sorry) and forgive
Your classmate says something that hurt your feelings, but they didn't mean to. What should you do?
Tell them how you feel and be willing to forgive them since it was a misunderstanding
True or False: Conflicts only happen when someone is being mean.
False (conflicts can happen for many reasons, including misunderstandings)
What kind of tone should you use when talking about a conflict?
Calm and respectful
What is a "win-win solution"?
A solution that benefits both people involved/makes both people happy
What should you do together to find a compromise?
Brainstorm ideas together to find a solution
How does resolving conflicts help us?
It helps us grow, learn from one another, and build positive relationships
Why is it important to learn how to resolve conflicts?
Sample: So we can solve disagreements peacefully and maintain good relationships
What does it mean to "listen actively"?
To really pay attention and try to understand what the other person is saying/their perspective
Why is it important to find solutions that help both people?
So both people feel heard and happy with the outcome/to be fair to everyone
Put these steps in order: Find a solution, Stay calm, Talk it out, Apologize and forgive
1. Stay calm, 2. Talk it out, 3. Find a solution, 4. Apologize and forgive
Two students want to play with the same ball at recess. What's a win-win solution?
Take turns with the ball, play together, or find another ball to use