Lesson Plan
Navigating Stormy Seas Lesson Plan
Equip a 9th-grade student with practical conflict resolution skills for high-school settings, setting actionable goals like using active listening and clear “I” statements to resolve group and social media disputes.
High-schoolers face complex peer dynamics—group work disagreements, social media misunderstandings, and peer pressure. Building these skills boosts emotional intelligence and helps maintain healthier relationships.
Audience
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Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Goal Setting
5 minutes
Step 2
Discussion and Activity
15 minutes
Step 3
Reflection and Wrap-Up
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Navigating Stormy Seas
Why Conflict Resolution?
Key Strategies
Role-Play Activity
Reflection & Wrap-Up

Activity

