Learners thrive in a classroom where they are part of a strong community. Foster a collaborative atmosphere in your classroom with a series of activities focused on conflict resolution, communication, empathy, and defense against bullying.

Concepts

empathy, classroom community, building community, social development, compassion, conflict resolution, interviewing, bullying

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Additional Tags

health

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Instructional Ideas

• Use in an after school club or organization
• Helpful for individuals in a peer counseling group
• Bring to a special education class for those having a hard time communicating with their peers, or expressing their emotions

Classroom Considerations

• Some activities may evoke strong reactions and feelings; be sure that an adult can moderate discussions and faciliate listening

Pros

• Promotes strong social skills and development among middle schoolers
• Helpful for pupils of all reading, socioeconomic, grade, and behavior levels

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.1.a SL.7.1.a SL.8.1.a