Sharing and Resolving Playground Conflicts

Why is it important to take turns when using playground equipment like a slide?

• It helps everyone have fun and feel included.

• It makes the slide go faster.

• It keeps the slide clean.

• It makes the slide taller.

What is one way to decide who goes first when taking turns?

• By pushing the other person.

• By flipping a coin.

• By ignoring the other person.

• By running away.

If two friends both want to use the slide at the same time, what is a good strategy to solve this conflict?

• Yell at each other until one gives up.

• Take turns using the slide.

• Walk away and never play together again.

• Block the slide so no one can use it.

How can you show that you are ready to take turns?

• By standing in line and waiting patiently.

• By cutting in front of others.

• By sitting down and refusing to move.

• By shouting loudly.

What is a good way to apologize if you accidentally hurt someone's feelings during a conflict?

• Say "I'm sorry" and explain what you will do differently next time.

• Ignore them and hope they forget.

• Blame them for the problem.

• Pretend it never happened.

Why is it important to forgive someone who apologizes to you?

• It helps to rebuild trust and friendship.

• It makes you look better than them.

• It allows you to hold a grudge.

• It makes you feel powerful.

What is one benefit of resolving conflicts peacefully?

• It makes everyone feel angry.

• It helps maintain friendships.

• It creates more problems.

• It makes the playground less fun.

If you see two friends arguing over a turn, what is a helpful way to assist them?

• Encourage them to fight it out.

• Suggest they take turns or play a different game.

• Walk away and let them handle it.

• Tell them to stop being friends.

What is a good way to show you are listening to someone during a conflict?

• Interrupt them with your own ideas.

• Look at them and nod your head.

• Turn away and ignore them.

• Talk over them.

How can you express your feelings during a disagreement without being mean?

• Use "I" statements to explain how you feel.

• Yell and scream to get your point across.

• Blame the other person for everything.

• Refuse to talk until you get your way.