After introducing students to the vocabulary of conflict, it's helpful for them to create multiple examples. These examples could come from real life or be imagined scenarios. In this activity, students will create two or more cells with different scenarios showing a picture of the same term. Students can choose which terms they wish to depict. This is a great reinforcement activity and adds depth to their understanding of how conflicts can appear in the world around us.
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Student Instructions
Create a T Chart showing different examples of types of conflict.
Invite students to share their scenario examples and guide a class discussion on the different types of conflict. Use open-ended questions and active listening to help students reflect on conflict perspectives and resolutions.
Ask students to think about real-life situations they or someone they know have faced. Sharing personal stories can make the activity more meaningful and help students connect emotionally to the vocabulary.
Create and present your own example of a conflict scenario using the T Chart. This demonstration clarifies expectations and gives students a concrete starting point for their work.
After students create scenarios, ask them to suggest ways to resolve each conflict. This step reinforces problem-solving skills and deepens understanding of conflict management.
Showcase completed T Charts around the classroom or in a digital gallery. Highlighting student examples builds confidence and encourages further discussion about conflict vocabulary.
A conflict scenario vocabulary activity helps students understand conflict-related terms by having them create or identify real-life or imagined scenarios illustrating each term. This builds comprehension and applies vocabulary in meaningful contexts.
To teach types of conflict with a T Chart, label each column with a conflict type (like 'Person vs. Person' or 'Person vs. Self') and have students create or describe examples for each side. This visual organizer helps students compare and contrast different conflicts.
Simple examples include disagreements between friends, a character facing a tough decision, or a group working through a misunderstanding. Use scenes from daily life or stories familiar to students to make scenarios relatable and easy to understand.
Having students create their own conflict scenarios encourages critical thinking, personal connection, and deeper understanding of conflict vocabulary. It also allows students to practice empathy and problem-solving skills.
Using visuals makes abstract terms concrete, aids memory, and engages different learning styles. Pictures or drawings help students better grasp conflict concepts and see how they play out in different situations.