Lesson Plan
Conflict Transformation Guide
Students will apply a three-part de-escalation script in a role-play, accurately using all steps and proposing a restorative action to transform conflict into growth.
Equips students with empathy, communication, and restorative tools to navigate real conflicts, reduce tension, and build healthier relationships.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Continuum Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Mini-Lesson: Iceberg Model & De-Escalation Script
12 minutes
Step 3
Role-Play Carousel
15 minutes
Step 4
Whole-Class Debrief
8 minutes
Step 5
Private Journaling & Planning
5 minutes

Slide Deck
From Sparks to Solutions
Learning Objective
What Sparks Conflict?
The Iceberg Model
Iceberg Model Example
Introducing the 3-Part De-Escalation Script
Step 1: Name the Feeling
Step 2: Invite Perspective
Step 3: Propose Restorative Action
Modeled Scenario
Reflection Prompt
Next Up: Role-Play Carousel

Warm Up


Activity


Journal


Rubric

