Who We Are
Humans actions effect their relationships.
- What is easy and difficult about working together?
- How can we understand other people's point of view and have them understand ours?
- Why do people view the same situation, differently?
- What can we do to grow a strong class community?
- How can I be a responsible member of a group?
- What are my rights and responsibilities when communicating with other people?
- How do when know when what we have said or done was not the right thing?
- How do we know that we are growing and changing as communicators?
Kids Rap!
These students chose to express who they are through music. They were risk-takers and were creative in the way they chose to share their understanding. Could you do something like this to show who you are?
Kids rap - conflict resolution and respect
Bully
Take a look at this video. The person who was bullied made a choice to resolve the conflict. Do you think it was a good choice? What could he have done instead? What would you say to the bully? If you were the person being bullied, when would you have tried to end the conflict?
BULLY (A Short Animation film)
Persuade Me!
Part of being a good communicator, is using your words to express yourself and your ideas. This is what persuasive writing is all about: backing up your ideas with facts that support your point of view.
Take a look at these crazy Sock Puppets. They will explain a bit more about persuasive writing to you - and even offer you a cookie!
How To Write A Persuasive Essay
Enemy Pie
What would you put in an Enemy Pie? How do you get rid of your enemies?
Enemy pie
Bruno Mars = Friendship Song
Some people think that this is one of the best songs about friendship and what it means to be a great friend. Listen to the words of the song (and read along while they are sung). What do you think? Is there anything you would add to this description of a great friend?
Best Friendship Song Ever By Bruno Mars
When Pigasso Met Mootise
The story of two great artists who were great enemies and great friends. How did their relationship change over time? How did their actions affect their relationship?
When Pigasso met Mootisse
The Sneetches
How does the way the Sneetches behave affect their relationships with each other? Did you recognize any of their behaviors in your own relationships with your friends?
Dr Seuss' The Sneetches Full Version YouTube
BrainPop:Conflict Resolution
Do a search for "conflict resolution" on Brain Pop or click here. The username for our BrainPop account and the password are in your Study Books. Take a look at the movie, quiz, activities, games, and Q&A sections. What can you learn about Conflict Resolution from Tim and Moby?