Peace Path Slides Grades K–3 Peace Builders
Social-Emotional Learning
Peace Path Solvers!
Big feelings happen every day. Let's look at real classroom problems and find fair fixes together!
4 Real Scenarios
Class Talk Time
Stop • Think • Talk • Fix!
Every conflict has a peaceful answer waiting to be solved. Let's Explore →
Our Secret Tool
The 3-Step Peace Path
Practice Every Time
Step 1
Stop & Breathe
Put hands in lap. Take one big belly breath in and out before speaking.
Step 2
Name the Feeling
Use an "I-Statement":
Step 3
Choose a Fair Fix
Trade, take turns, or set a timer so both people feel respected .
Class Rule: We attack the problem, not our friends!
Conflict 1 Category: Sharing & Turns
Art Center Table
Maya: "I need it right now!" Leo: "I had it first!"
The Purple Marker Tug-of-War
Maya is coloring a butterfly and grabs the last purple marker. At the same second, Leo snatches the cap. Both pull hard!
How do they feel?
Frustrated, hurried, angry, and worried their drawings won't finish in time.
Talk Together: If both keep pulling, what might happen to the marker? See Solutions →
Scenario 1 Solutions
How Can Maya & Leo Fix It?
Pick the Best Strategy
A
2-Minute Sand Timer
Maya colors her butterfly wings for 2 minutes while Leo colors his sky blue. Then they switch!
Super Fair!
B
Color Trade
Leo borrows Maya's bright orange marker right now, and Maya promises purple next.
Win-Win Deal!
C
Rock, Paper, Scissors
One fast round decides who uses purple first. The other student goes second with a smile.
Fast & Friendly!
Words to try: "May I use purple when your timer rings, please?"
Conflict 2 Category: Friendship & Hurt Feelings
Playground Sandbox
"Only two can play!"
Noah stands outside, left out
The Sandbox Gatekeeper
Sam and Chloe are building a castle. Noah walks over with a shovel and asks, "Can I build too?" Sam shouts, "No, there is only room for best friends!"
How does Noah feel? How might Chloe feel?
Noah feels lonely and hurt. Chloe feels nervous because she wants to be kind but doesn't know what to say.
Talk Together: Have you ever felt left out? What helped you? See Solutions →
Scenario 2 Solutions
How Can We Open the Circle?
Practice Welcoming Words
A
Create a New Job
Noah can dig the moat or build the castle road so all three have a special mission.
Bigger Castle, More Fun!
B
Be an Upstander
Chloe can speak up kindly: "Sam, our sandbox has room for everyone. Come on over, Noah!"
Brave Kindness!
C
Speak Up with Courage
Noah says calmly: "It hurts my feelings when you say that. School games are for all of us."
Clear Honest Words!
Class Promise: "You can't say 'You can't play' in our school community."
Conflict 3 Category: Personal Space & Belongings
Story Carpet Time
Mia's Carpet Square Jack's Carpet Square
Mia: "You're all over my square!" Jack: "I'm just stretching!"
The Bumpy Rug & Squished Spot
During carpet listening time, Jack leans his body across the line. His elbow accidentally knocks Mia's reading book into her lap!
Why does personal space matter?
Mia feels crowded and distracted. Jack didn't mean to bump her, but his body wasn't in control.
Talk Together: How can Mia ask for space without yelling? See Solutions →
Scenario 3 Solutions
Protecting Personal Bubbles
Body Boundaries
A
The Space Bubble Check
Both students put hands on their shoulders and spin gently. If elbows touch, both scoot back two inches!
Clear Physical Boundary!
B
Polite "Bug & Wish"
Mia says calmly: "It bugs me when your elbow bumps my book. I wish you would stay on your square."
No Shouting Needed!
C
Quick Reset & Apology
Jack checks in: "Oops, sorry Mia! Let me tuck my elbows in so you have room to read."
Immediate Caring Fix!
Key Skill: When someone asks for space, we don't argue—we step back!
Conflict 4 Category: Teamwork & Fair Play
Recess Four Square
"It hit the line! OUT!" "Lines are IN! SAFE!"
The whole game stops! Recess time is ticking away!
The Four Square Line Call
Ava hits the ball and it bounces directly onto the chalk line. Liam shouts that she is out. Ava says line balls are always in. Neither will budge!
What is the real problem here?
While friends argue about who is right, recess is passing by and nobody is getting to play!
Talk Together: How can players decide on a rule before playing? See Solutions →
Scenario 4 Solutions
Getting Back in the Game
Fast Fair Choices
A
The "Do-Over" Rule
When nobody is sure and there is no referee, call a simple "Do-Over" and serve the ball again!
Takes 5 Seconds!
B
Pre-Game Rule Agreement
Before game 1 starts, all players agree: "In our game today, line touches are always IN."
Prevents Future Fights!
C
Group Majority Vote
The other two players vote on what they saw. Everyone accepts the group's quick call with good sportsmanship.
Team Respect!
Motto: "Being kind and playing together matters more than winning one point!"
Class Peace Makers
Everyday Champions
Our Class Peace Pledge
1. When I get upset, I Stop and Breathe.
2. I use my words to Name My Feeling.
3. I listen to my friend and Pick a Fair Fix.
We Can Solve Anything Together!
Now let's practice with our Peace Path Scenario Cards! You Are a Problem Solver ⭐
Peace Makers Activity Worksheet Peace Makers in Action!
Grades K–3 Conflict Resolution Practice
Name:
Date:
Peace Path Steps: 1. Stop & Breathe 🫁 2. Name the Feeling 🗣️ 3. Pick a Fair Fix 🤝
Scenario 1
The Purple Marker Tug-of-War (Sharing & Turns)
Art Table
What Happened: Maya and Leo both grab the only purple marker at the exact same second. Maya pulls left, Leo pulls right, and both yell, "I need it right now!"
A. How does Maya and Leo's body feel? (Circle one or two):
😠 Frustrated
😰 Rushed
😡 Angry
🥺 Worried
B. What is the fairest Peace Path fix? (Check one):
Set a 2-minute sand timer so Maya colors first, then hands purple to Leo.
Whoever pulls the marker hardest gets to keep it for the whole class period.
Trade colors: Leo uses orange while waiting, and Maya shares purple next.
Scenario 2
The Sandbox Gatekeeper (Friendship & Feelings)
Playground
What Happened: Noah walks over with his red shovel and asks, "Can I build with you?" Sam shouts, "No, only two best friends can play here!" Noah looks at the ground sadly.
A. What kind words can friend Chloe say to invite Noah in?
B. Draw or write a fun job Noah can do in the sand castle (e.g. dig the moat, build a bridge):
Peace Builders Practice • Page 1 of 2 Turn page for Scenarios 3 & 4 →
Part 2
More Everyday Conflict Solvers
Stop • Think • Talk • Fix
Scenario 3
The Bumpy Rug & Squished Spot (Personal Space)
Carpet Time
What Happened: Jack wiggles around on the carpet. His elbow knocks Mia's favorite picture book right out of her hands! Mia says, "Stop crowding me!" Jack replies, "I didn't mean to!"
A. Complete Mia's calm "Bug and Wish" message:
"It bugs me when: "
"I wish you would: "
B. What is the respectful thing for Jack to do right away? (Check one):
Say "Sorry Mia!", help pick up her book, and scoot his elbows back to his square.
Argue that it was an accident so he doesn't need to move at all.
Scenario 4
The Four Square Line Call (Teamwork & Rules)
Recess Games
What Happened: Ava bounces the ball onto the chalk line. Liam shouts "Out!" Ava shouts "Safe!" The whole line of kids is waiting and recess is almost over!
Draw or write how Liam and Ava can solve this in 5 seconds so everyone can play:
My Peace Builder Promise
Check each box: 🔲 I take a breath 🔲 I use my words 🔲 I listen to fair fixes
Teacher Stamp / Star:
Peace Builders Practice • Page 2 of 2 Problem Solvers Together ⭐
Conflict Resolution Teacher Guide Teacher Facilitation Guide Grades K–3 SEL
Peace Path Conflict Resolvers
15–20 Minute Mini-Lesson
CASEL: Relationship Skills
Objective Identify conflict triggers and apply a 3-step restorative fix.
Materials Peace Path Slides, Activity Worksheet, Sand timer.
Key Vocabulary Conflict, Fair Fix, Personal Space, Upstander, Bug & Wish.
Mini-Lesson Pacing (20 Minutes Total)
Whole Group to Partner Talk
1. Hook (3 Min)
Introduce Slide 1–2. Model the "Stop & Breathe" belly breath together.
2. Scenarios (8 Min)
Present illustrated conflicts. Use Think-Pair-Share on character feelings.
3. Fixes (4 Min)
Vote on fair solution choices. Rehearse sentence stems aloud.
4. Practice (5 Min)
Distribute worksheet or conduct Peace Bench roleplays in pairs.
Facilitation Guide: The 4 Conflict Scenarios
1. Sharing & Turns: Purple Marker Tug-of-War Trigger: Scarcity & Impatience
Scripted Prompt: "Notice how Maya and Leo's bodies are tense. Pulling makes things break. What tool in our room can help both kids know their turn is coming?" (Lead to 2-minute sand timer or color trade).
2. Friendship & Feelings: The Sandbox Gatekeeper Trigger: Exclusion & Cliques
Scripted Prompt: "Sam thinks only two can play. But Chloe is standing right there. What can Chloe say as an upstander? Let's say it together: 'There is room for everyone in our sandbox!'"
3. Personal Space: The Bumpy Rug & Squished Spot Trigger: Body Awareness & Crowding
Scripted Prompt: "Jack didn't mean to bump Mia, but accidents still require a fix. Instead of arguing 'I didn't mean to!', what does a caring classmate say?" (Acknowledge, apologize, scoot back).
4. Teamwork & Rules: Four Square Line Call Trigger: Competitive Disagreements
Scripted Prompt: "Who is winning when recess stops for an argument? Nobody! The game is lost to arguing. Teach the 5-Second Do-Over: 'When in doubt, re-serve it out!'"
Peace Path Lesson Plan • Page 1 of 2 Turn for Role-Play Protocols & Supports →
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Protocols, Interventions & Classroom Supports
Peace Path Tool Kit
The "Peace Bench" 4-Sentence Protocol
Independent Student Talk
When two students have a small disagreement, send them to the designated classroom "Peace Bench" or rug spot. They hold a soft peace token while speaking:
Person 1: Share Your Side
"I felt [feeling] when [action]. I wish we could [wish]."
Person 2: Reflect Back
"I hear you felt [feeling]. Next time, I can [action]."
Anchor Tool: Tattling vs. Reporting (Teach Explicitly)
Tattling (Handle on Peace Path)
Goal: Trying to get someone in trouble.
No one is hurt or in physical danger.
Involves small problems (sharing, minor bumps).
Teacher response: "Have you tried your Peace Path words with them yet?"
Reporting (Tell Teacher Immediately)
Goal: Trying to keep someone safe.
Someone is physically hurt or crying.
Property is being damaged or broken.
Teacher response: "Thank you for being a helper and keeping us safe."
Restorative Fixes vs. Forced "Say You're Sorry"
Best Practice
A forced robotic "I'm sorry" often builds resentment. Instead, require an Action Repair :
1. Check-In "Are you okay? How can I help right now?"
2. Fix the Object Help pick up dropped markers, rebuild fallen blocks.
3. Future Plan "Next time, I will ask with words before grabbing."
Kindergarten & 1st Grade Use physical hand gestures (stop sign, belly breath), emoji feeling cards, and teacher-guided modeling.
2nd & 3rd Grade Students write their own "Bug & Wish" statements, practice peer mediation, and journal restorative solutions.
Peace Path Lesson Plan • Page 2 of 2 Building Caring Classrooms ⭐
