Lesson Plan
Solving Problems Peacefully
Students will identify conflicts and practice three peaceful strategies (Walk Away, Talk It Out, Ask an Adult) using visuals, modeling, and an interactive Four Square game to solve problems calmly and communicate feelings in simple English.
This lesson builds essential social-emotional and language skills for 3rd-grade ESL learners, promoting a positive classroom environment and empowering students to resolve disputes independently.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and ESL Supports
10 minutes
Step 1
Mini-Lesson & Visual Introduction
5–10 minutes
Step 2
Four Square Game – Pick the Peace Plan
10–15 minutes
Step 3
Wrap-Up & Assessment
2–3 minutes

Slide Deck
Solving Problems Peacefully
What Is a Conflict?
How Do We Feel?
Three Peaceful Strategies
Quick Check
Four Square Game: Pick the Peace Plan
Exit Ticket

Script


Game


Activity


Reading

