Conflict Resolution For Kids

Civic Education Nursery 1 – Third Term Week 3 Lesson Plan

Topic: Conflict Resolution Made Simple for Little Learners

Age Group: 3 – 4 years
Duration: 35 minutes
Week: 3rd Week
Term: Third Term

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of this fun and interactive lesson, the pupils should be able to:

• Say what a conflict is using simple words they can relate with.

• Mention a few polite and peaceful ways to settle conflicts (like saying “sorry,” asking for help, or using kind words).

• Practice how to resolve small disagreements during playtime through role-play activities.

Keywords to Explore

Conflict | Disagreement | Peace | Sorry | Talk | Help

Set Induction (Warm-up Activity)

Start with a cheerful nursery rhyme:
“Hello, hello, how do you do? We’re happy to see you!”

Then ask:
“What do you do when someone takes your toy without asking?”
Encourage reactions with puppets or happy/sad face cards to spark curiosity. This naturally leads to today’s topic — resolving little conflicts in a kind way.

Entry Behaviour

Ask the pupils:
“How do you feel when your best friend doesn’t let you play?”
Let them express using face cards or gestures. Gently link their emotions to the topic of the day.

Learning Materials

• Picture books on sharing and friendship

• Story cards with simple conflict scenarios

• Ball, mat, rocking horse, merry-go-round

• Emotion face cards (happy, sad, angry)

Building Background Knowledge

Pupils already know how to play, share, and interact during group activities. This lesson helps them understand what to do when things go wrong—when there’s a quarrel, snatching, or angry feelings.

Embedded Core Skills

• Emotional intelligence – Recognizing feelings and expressing them.

• Communication – Using words instead of actions to express frustration.

• Life Skills – Forgiveness, sharing, apologizing, and playing peacefully.

• Listening and Turn-taking – Key skills in social development.

Lesson Content (Simplified and Child-Friendly)

What is Conflict?

Conflict means a quarrel or a small fight. It happens when:

• You and your friend don’t agree.

• Someone grabs your crayon.

• Someone hits you or shouts.

• You feel sad because someone is not kind.

What is Conflict Resolution?

Conflict resolution means:

• Making peace and playing nicely again.

• Saying “I’m sorry” and smiling.

• Asking for help when you’re not happy.

• Using kind words instead of hitting or shouting.

Examples of Conflicts in the Classroom

• When your friend won’t let you join a game.

• Someone calls you a bad name.

• Fighting over who plays first.

• Someone snatches your biscuit or book.

How to Resolve Conflicts (Kid-Friendly Tips)

• Say “I’m sorry” if you did something wrong.

• Talk nicely: “Please don’t take my toy.”

• Ask for help: Tell your teacher or aunty.

• Don’t shout or push.

• Be a good friend: Share, smile, and take turns.

• Use magic words: Please, sorry, thank you.

Class Activity – Let’s Talk and Act It Out!

Role-Play Examples:

1. Two children fighting over a toy—act out how to solve it peacefully.

2. Someone refuses to share crayons—practice using kind words.

Let pupils wear face masks (happy/sad/angry) to show how they feel in each role.

FAQs – What Little Learners Often Ask

Presentation Steps

Step 1:

Revise the last lesson on Social Activities (like playing together and helping friends).

Step 2:

Introduce Conflict Resolution with a simple story:
“Tolu and Bola” – Two friends who fought over a toy but later said sorry and became happy again.

Step 3:

Encourage pupils to share their own stories. Guide them gently as they act out what they would do when angry. Teach them to say sorry, smile, and be kind.

Teacher’s and Learners’ Activities

Assessment (Evaluation Questions)

Instruction: Mention five ways to resolve conflicts:

Conclusion

Wrap up the lesson with this rhyme:
“When we fight, we make it right,
We say sorry, smile so bright!”

Check pupils’ notes (if any), affirm their efforts, and guide anyone who needs help. Remind them:

• Don’t shout or hit.

• Be kind and use words.

• Say sorry when needed.

• Ask for help when upset.

 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions (Multiple Choice Format)

Instruction: Choose the correct answer from a, b, c, or d.

1. When you and your friend are not happy, it is called a ________.
   a) game
   b) play
   c) conflict
   d) gift
   Answer: c) conflict

2. When someone takes your toy without asking, you may feel ________.
   a) happy
   b) angry
   c) sleepy
   d) hungry
   Answer: b) angry

3. One way to solve a conflict is to say ________.
   a) bye
   b) go
   c) sorry
   d) yes
   Answer: c) sorry

4. When you are angry, you should ________ to your friend.
   a) fight
   b) shout
   c) talk calmly
   d) run
   Answer: c) talk calmly

5. A good friend shares and ________ with others.
   a) hides
   b) sleeps
   c) takes
   d) takes turns
   Answer: d) takes turns

6. If someone hits you, tell your ________.
   a) dog
   b) mummy
   c) friend
   d) teacher
   Answer: d) teacher

7. To show love, we use ________ words.
   a) kind
   b) mean
   c) angry
   d) loud
   Answer: a) kind

8. When you say “thank you,” you are being ________.
   a) rude
   b) polite
   c) angry
   d) noisy
   Answer: b) polite

9. The word “conflict” means a ________.
   a) joke
   b) problem
   c) gift
   d) fun
   Answer: b) problem

10. “Please,” “sorry,” and “thank you” are called ________ words.
    a) funny
    b) sweet
    c) kind
    d) loud
    Answer: c) kind

11. If you hurt your friend, you should say ________.
    a) come
    b) sorry
    c) no
    d) go away
    Answer: b) sorry

12. Fighting makes everyone feel ________.
    a) strong
    b) happy
    c) sad
    d) fun
    Answer: c) sad

13. A peacemaker helps people to ________.
    a) cry
    b) fight
    c) make peace
    d) run
    Answer: c) make peace

14. If your friend calls you a name, you should ________.
    a) shout back
    b) cry
    c) tell the teacher
    d) fight
    Answer: c) tell the teacher

15. When your friend shares a toy, say ________.
    a) stop
    b) thank you
    c) go
    d) why
    Answer: b) thank you

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Answers

1. What is a conflict?
   A conflict is when two people are not happy with each other.

2. Why do we sometimes fight?
   Because we are angry or someone did something wrong.

3. Is fighting a good way to solve a problem?
   No, fighting is not good. We should talk and be calm.

4. What should I do if someone takes my toy?
   Tell the person nicely or ask the teacher for help.

5. How do I say sorry to my friend?
   Look at them, smile, and say “I am sorry.”

6. What can I do if my friend cries because of me?
   Say sorry and help them feel better.

7. Is it okay to shout when I’m angry?
   No, it is better to use calm and soft words.

8. Who can help me solve a conflict at school?
   Your teacher can help you.

9. Should I forgive my friend when they say sorry?
   Yes, forgiving is good.

10. What are kind words?
    Kind words are “please,” “sorry,” and “thank you.”

11. Can I play again with a friend after a fight?
    Yes, if you both say sorry and forgive each other.

12. Why should we take turns with toys?
    Because it helps everyone enjoy and have fun.

13. What makes a good friend?
    A good friend shares, helps, and says kind words.

14. What happens when we don’t forgive?
    We feel sad and may lose a friend.

15. Who is a peacemaker?
    A peacemaker is someone who helps friends stop fighting.

Evaluation Questions (Short Answer)

1. What is the meaning of conflict?
   Answer: A conflict is when two people are not happy with each other.

2. Say one thing you should do when you are angry.
   Answer: Talk calmly or tell the teacher.

3. What should you say when you hurt your friend?
   Answer: I’m sorry.

4. Who can help you solve a conflict?
   Answer: The teacher.

5. Name one kind word you should use.
   Answer: Please, sorry, or thank you.

6. Should you fight your friend?
   Answer: No.

7. What do we say when someone shares a toy with us?
   Answer: Thank you.

8. What is one way to make peace?
   Answer: Say sorry.

9. Who is a peacemaker?
   Answer: Someone who helps stop fights.

10. Why should we share toys?
    Answer: To play happily together.