Why is conflict resolution such an important skill to learn? Pupils explore the topic, playing an adapted Tic-tac-toe game. Two class teams are tasked with finding a win-win solution to a hypothetical conflict before adding their X or O to the game board. The first team to score three in a row wins the game! 

Concepts

social-emotional learning, compromises, problem solving strategies, problem solving techniques, conflict resolution

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Repeat the procedure for the Tic-tac-toe game using other board games, such as checkers and chess
• Have scholars write their own conflict scenarios to add to the game

Classroom Considerations

• Sixth and final lesson from What Does It Take... unit
• Create a Tic-tac-toe floor game in advance 

Pros

• Suggests optional follow-up activities
• Includes student performance goals for social and emotional learning

Cons

• None