Lesson Plan

From Sparks to Solutions Lesson Plan

Students will learn and practice a step-by-step conflict resolution process by analyzing scenarios and role-playing solutions to build positive problem-solving skills.

Teaching conflict resolution fosters a respectful classroom, reduces misunderstandings, and equips students with lifelong interpersonal tools for school and beyond.

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Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Introduce Conflict Resolution Steps

5 minutes

Step 3

Role-Play Practice

15 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Closure

5 minutes

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From Sparks to Solutions

Welcome everyone to our lesson on conflict resolution. Introduce the title and briefly explain that today’s lesson will help students handle disagreements in healthy ways.

Lesson Objectives

Read aloud the objectives and clarify any questions. Emphasize how these goals will guide our activities today.

What Is a Conflict?

Ask: “What is a conflict?” Invite several students to share examples. Capture their ideas on chart paper and form a group definition.

Five Steps of Conflict Resolution

Introduce and explain each of the five steps. Point to the poster as you go and check for understanding after each step.

Model Role-Play Example

Model a short role-play with a volunteer or co-teacher. Demonstrate applying each step clearly so students see how it works in a real scenario.

Role-Play Practice

Explain the activity flow and remind pairs to use the timer. Circulate to listen, prompt deeper thinking, and give feedback.

Reflection

Distribute the Reflection Worksheet. Give students time to write and then invite volunteers to share one key insight.

Closing Thoughts

Summarize the lesson’s key takeaways and encourage students to use these steps in future conflicts at school and beyond.

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From Sparks to Solutions

Alyssha Walker

Tier 1
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