Lesson Plan
Conflict Resolution Session 1
Students will identify common conflicts and related emotions, learn the structure of I-statements to express their feelings and needs, and practice crafting their own through role-play.
Teaching I-statements empowers students to communicate emotions clearly, reduce misunderstandings, and build respectful conflict resolution skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Introducing Emotions
5 minutes
Step 3
Teaching I-Statements
7 minutes
Step 4
Guided Role-Play Activity
10 minutes
Step 5
Exit Ticket Reflection
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Conflict Resolution Session 1
What Is a Conflict?
Examples of Conflict
Why Do Emotions Matter?
Common Emotions in Conflict
What Is an I-Statement?
I-Statement Structure
Example I-Statements
Guided Practice
Session 1 Recap & Exit Ticket
Activity
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Conflict Resolution Session 2
Students will practice active listening skills and learn how to find compromises, applying these strategies through role-play and group problem-solving to peacefully resolve conflicts.
Building active listening and compromise skills helps students understand others’ perspectives, collaborate effectively, and strengthen positive relationships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up & Recap
5 minutes
Step 2
Teaching Active Listening
7 minutes
Step 3
Active Listening Role-Play
8 minutes
Step 4
Teaching Compromise Strategies
5 minutes
Step 5
Compromise Group Activity
10 minutes
Step 6
Group Sharing & Exit Ticket
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Conflict Resolution Session 2
Recap: I-Statements
What Is Active Listening?
Active Listening Steps
Example: Active Listening
Guided Practice
What Is Compromise?
Compromise Steps
Example: Compromise
Group Activity & Exit Ticket
Activity
Worksheet
Worksheet
