Lesson Plan
Peace Puzzle Lesson Plan
Students will learn and practice key conflict resolution strategies—active listening, “I” statements, empathy, and collaborative problem-solving—through engaging games and role-plays.
Equips 8th graders with social-emotional tools to handle disagreements peacefully, build empathy, improve peer relationships, and foster a positive classroom climate.
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Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Empathy Matching Game
8 minutes
Step 3
Role-Play Scenarios
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Discussion
5 minutes
Step 5
Conclusion
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Peace Puzzle: Conflict Resolution
Why Conflict Resolution Matters
Our Four Strategies
Strategy 1: Active Listening
Strategy 2: “I” Statements
Strategy 3: Empathy
Strategy 4: Collaborative Problem-Solving
Activity: Empathy Matching Game
Activity: Conflict Role-Plays
Reflection & Conclusion
Activity
Activity
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