Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Introduce students to the concept of conflict, establish group norms, and practice identifying real‐life conflict scenarios through interactive discussion and activities.
Building a shared vocabulary around conflict and group expectations creates a safe environment for deeper skill development in later sessions.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Define Conflict
10 minutes
Step 3
Scenario Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Worksheet Practice
5 minutes
Step 5
Exit Quiz
5 minutes
Worksheet
Activity
Game
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Teach students to listen fully, paraphrase speakers, and recognize nonverbal cues to reduce misunderstandings.
Active listening builds trust and ensures everyone feels heard, laying the foundation for respectful conflict resolution.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Game: Whisper Chain
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduce Active Listening
8 minutes
Step 3
Paired Practice: Mirror Talk
12 minutes
Step 4
Group Debrief
5 minutes
Step 5
Exit Quiz
5 minutes
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
Quiz
Active Listening Quiz
Lesson Plan
Session 3 Lesson Plan
Help students distinguish passive, aggressive, and assertive communication styles and practice using “I-statements” to express needs clearly.
Knowing different communication styles and using I-statements empowers students to speak up respectfully and reduces misunderstandings during conflicts.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Mini-Lesson: I-Statements
8 minutes
Step 3
Role-Play Vignettes
10 minutes
Step 4
Game: Communication Charades
5 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet Practice
5 minutes
Step 6
Exit Ticket
2 minutes
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Session 4 Lesson Plan
Develop students’ ability to recognize others’ feelings and consider different perspectives to foster empathy in conflicts.
Empathy helps students understand peers’ emotions and viewpoints, reducing bias and enabling kinder, more effective conflict resolution.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Game: Emotion Charades
5 minutes
Step 2
Read & Role-Play Vignettes
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
8 minutes
Step 4
Worksheet Practice
7 minutes
Step 5
Exit Quiz
5 minutes
Activity
Reading
Worksheet
Quiz
Emotion-Scenario Matching Quiz
Lesson Plan
Session 5 Lesson Plan
Guide students through a structured problem-solving model to address conflicts collaboratively.
Equipping students with a clear process ensures they can systematically solve disagreements and build teamwork skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduce Problem-Solving Model
8 minutes
Step 2
Group Practice: Apply the Model
15 minutes
Step 3
Share & Discuss
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection Exit Slip
5 minutes
Activity
Activity
Worksheet
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Session 6 Lesson Plan
Practice finding win–win solutions by negotiating priorities, proposing options, and making fair compromises.
Negotiation and compromise skills empower students to collaborate, respect differing needs, and resolve conflicts amicably.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Game: Resource Split
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach Negotiation Tips
8 minutes
Step 3
Paired Practice: Role-Play Negotiations
12 minutes
Step 4
Group Debrief
5 minutes
Step 5
Exit Quiz
5 minutes
Activity
Activity
Quiz
Negotiation Quiz
Lesson Plan
Session 7 Lesson Plan
Equip students with strategies to manage strong emotions during conflicts—such as deep breathing, positive self-talk, and time-outs—to respond calmly rather than react impulsively.
When students learn to regulate intense feelings, they can think clearly, communicate respectfully, and resolve disagreements more thoughtfully.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Guided Breathing
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach Emotion-Regulation Steps
8 minutes
Step 3
Role-Play High-Emotion Scenarios
12 minutes
Step 4
Worksheet Practice
7 minutes
Step 5
Exit Quiz
3 minutes
Activity
Worksheet
Activity
Quiz
Emotion-Strategy Matching Quiz
Activity
Quiz
Conflict Resolution Quiz
