Lesson Plan
Conflict Detective Curriculum
Provide an overview scope and sequence for all 35 sessions plus a reusable session template for the Conflict Detective Squad curriculum.
Ensures clear pacing, focus areas, and consistency across sessions so teachers can efficiently deliver conflict resolution skills.
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Review Scope & Sequence
30 min
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Scope & Sequence Overview
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Session Template
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Video Integration Guidelines
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Video Discussion Questions
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Activity Video Integration
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Game Video Integration
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Lesson Plan
Conflict Detective Session Plans: Module 1
Lay the foundation for conflict resolution by setting team norms, recognizing scenarios, and building self-awareness and empathy across five 30-minute sessions.
These initial sessions establish group expectations, help students identify conflicts and triggers, and foster emotional insight—critical precursors to effective problem solving.
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Prepare Module 1 Materials
45 min
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Session 1: Introduction to Conflict Detectives
30 min
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Session 2: Recognizing Conflict Scenarios
30 min
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Session 3: Self-Awareness & Triggers
30 min
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Session 4: Emotional Awareness
30 min
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Session 5: Perspective Taking
30 min
Step 6
Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Detective Session Plans: Module 2
Develop core communication skills—active listening, I-messages, respectful language, nonverbal awareness, and trust—across five 30-minute sessions.
Strong communication is vital for resolving conflicts; these sessions build students’ ability to listen, express themselves nonjudgmentally, interpret body language, and foster trust.
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Prepare Module 2 Materials
45 min
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Session 6: Active Listening Skills
30 min
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Session 7: Using I-Messages
30 min
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Session 8: Respectful Communication
30 min
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Session 9: Nonverbal Cues
30 min
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Session 10: Building Trust
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Detective Session Plans: Module 3
Equip students with collaborative problem-solving techniques—brainstorming, negotiation, and finding win-win solutions—while managing anger constructively over five 30-minute sessions.
Students need structured tools to work together, negotiate fairly, and de-escalate strong emotions to resolve conflicts positively.
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Prepare Module 3 Materials
45 min
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Session 11: Brainstorming Solutions
30 min
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Session 12: Collaborative Problem-Solving
30 min
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Session 13: Negotiation Basics
30 min
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Session 14: Finding Win-Win Outcomes
30 min
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Session 15: Managing Anger
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Detective Session Plans: Module 4
Strengthen students’ emotional regulation through stress-management, de-escalation, sincere apologies, and role-play practice of key skills across five 30-minute sessions.
Emotional control and repair strategies help students prevent escalation, recover from conflict harms, and apply skills in realistic scenarios—crucial for successful resolutions.
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Prepare Module 4 Materials
45 min
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Session 16: Stress-Management Tools
30 min
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Session 17: De-escalation Strategies
30 min
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Session 18: Apologizing & Forgiving
30 min
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Session 19: Role-Play Practice 1 – I-Messages & Listening
30 min
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Session 20: Role-Play Practice 2 – Negotiation & Problem-Solving
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Detective Session Plans: Module 5
Examine conflicts in real-world contexts—media, culture, digital spaces, bullying distinctions, and peer support—to deepen students’ application of resolution skills across five 30-minute sessions.
By exploring diverse conflict settings, students learn to transfer their toolkit beyond the classroom, respect differences, manage online disputes, distinguish bullying, and leverage peer networks for support.
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Prepare Module 5 Materials
45 min
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Session 21: Conflict in Media
30 min
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Session 22: Conflict and Culture
30 min
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Session 23: Digital Conflict Management
30 min
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Session 24: Bullying vs. Conflict
30 min
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Session 25: Building Peer Support
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Detective Session Plans: Module 6
Help students reflect on growth, apply conflict skills to personal scenarios, and plan, develop, and rehearse their group capstone project across five 30-minute sessions.
Structured reflection and hands-on project work ensures students integrate skills, take ownership of their learning, and feel confident presenting solutions.
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Prepare Module 6 Materials
45 min
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Session 26: Mid-Program Reflection
30 min
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Session 27: Applying Skills to Real-Life
30 min
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Session 28: Group Project Planning
30 min
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Session 29: Group Project Development
30 min
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Session 30: Group Project Rehearsal
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Detective Session Plans: Module 7
Celebrate and consolidate learning by presenting capstone projects, reflecting on growth, planning next steps, and recognizing achievements over five 30-minute sessions.
Final presentations and celebrations help students showcase their skills, receive feedback, and build confidence while planning how to apply conflict resolution beyond this program.
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Prepare Module 7 Materials
45 min
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Session 31: Final Project Presentation 1
30 min
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Session 32: Final Project Presentation 2 – Peer Feedback
30 min
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Session 33: Celebration of Learning
30 min
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Session 34: Program Review & Next Steps
30 min
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Session 35: Closure & Awards Ceremony
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Finder Club: Module 1 (2nd–3rd Grade)
Introduce 2nd–3rd graders to simple conflict concepts—noticing feelings, spotting small disagreements, and building kindness habits over five 30-minute sessions.
Young students need concrete, play-based exercises to recognize differences, express feelings, and practice quick, friendly solutions so they feel safe and heard.
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Prepare Module 1 Materials
30 min
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Session 1: What Is a Conflict?
30 min
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Session 2: Spotting Small Disagreements
30 min
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Session 3: Feeling Words
30 min
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Session 4: My Triggers
30 min
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Session 5: Being a Helper Friend
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Finder Club: Module 2 (2nd–3rd Grade)
Build listening and expression skills by practicing attentive listening, sharing feelings, using kind words, interpreting body language, and building trust through playful activities.
These lessons help 2nd–3rd graders feel heard, express emotions kindly, and develop supportive peer interactions in everyday situations.
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Prepare Module 2 Materials
30 min
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Session 6: Listening Ears & Hearts
30 min
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Session 7: Using “I Feel” Statements
30 min
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Session 8: Kind Words & Gentle Tone
30 min
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Session 9: Reading Faces & Body Signals
30 min
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Session 10: Trust & Helping Signals
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Finder Club: Module 3 (2nd–3rd Grade)
Teach 2nd–3rd graders simple problem‐solving habits—sharing, waiting turns, and fair solutions—through play and video modeling.
Helps young students practice kindness, patience, and cooperation with clear steps and fun activities so they feel confident resolving small conflicts.
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Prepare Module 3 Materials
30 min
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Session 11: Taking Turns Fairly
30 min
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Session 12: Sharing & Cooperation
30 min
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Session 13: Simple Problem-Solving Steps
30 min
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Session 14: Teamwork in Action
30 min
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Session 15: Fairness Celebration & Review
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Finder Club: Module 5 (2nd–3rd Grade)
Help 2nd–3rd graders apply conflict resolution in varied contexts—media stories, respecting differences, online safety, distinguishing meanness vs. bullying, and offering peer support.
Building these real-world skills helps young learners transfer what they’ve practiced to everyday situations, fostering safe, inclusive friendships.
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Prepare Module 5 Materials
30 min
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Session 21: Story Conflicts
30 min
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Session 22: Respecting Differences
30 min
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Session 23: Staying Safe Online
30 min
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Session 24: Meanness vs. Bullying
30 min
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Session 25: Helping Hands
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Finder Club: Module 6 (2nd–3rd Grade)
Guide 2nd–3rd graders to reflect on learned skills, apply them in school and home, involve family, plan kindness actions, and celebrate progress through five 30-minute sessions.
Young students solidify learning by looking back, practicing in real contexts, involving trusted adults, and sharing successes—building confidence and lasting habits.
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Prepare Module 6 Materials
30 min
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Session 26: My Skills Journey
30 min
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Session 27: Practice at School
30 min
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Session 28: Helpers at Home
30 min
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Session 29: Plan for Kindness
30 min
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Session 30: Share & Celebrate
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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Conflict Finder Club: Module 7 (2nd–3rd Grade)
Celebrate students’ journey by showcasing skills, planning next steps, and closing with memories and promises over five 30-minute sessions.
Final reflections and celebrations help 2nd–3rd graders internalize what they’ve learned, feel proud of their growth, and commit to using kindness and conflict-busting skills beyond the club.
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Prepare Module 7 Materials
30 min
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Session 31: Skill Show & Tell
30 min
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Session 32: Planning Next Steps
30 min
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Session 33: Certificates & Cheers
30 min
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Session 34: Memory Map
30 min
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Session 35: Promise Circle & Goodbye
30 min
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Video Discussion Questions
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