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Macmillan/McGraw-Hill Health Grade 5
Grade 5
e-Journal

Health Online
Resolving Conflicts

Step 1. Questions

People often have strong opinions. When people’s opinions differ from each other, it can lead to conflict. Developing skills to resolve conflicts can be very helpful. The next time two friends have a disagreement, what advice can you give?



This e-Journal is a chance to learn about conflict resolution. The following questions will help get you started.
  • What is conflict?

  • How can people resolve conflicts? Give some examples.

  • What skills can people use to help settle a disagreement?
First, visit the Web sites listed in Step 2. Then, research the answers to these questions. Take notes in the note-taking boxes. You may also visit other approved Web sites, or research conflict resolution in encyclopedias and other resources at the library.



Then, follow Steps 3 and 4 to write your report.


Step 2. Research

Research answers for the questions you were asked in Step 1. Visit these Web sites. Take notes about them on this page, too!

Making Peace: Tips On Conflict Management
This site from the National Crime Prevention Council offers tips for managing conflict. These include moving toward agreement, talking about the issue, and getting help. You can print this out as a brochure!
Take Notes:



Right Decisions, Right Now: Conflict Resolution Skills
Get tips on how to deal with conflict in healthful ways. Links in the sidebar give more information on “Leadership Tools,” including decision-making, saying “no” with style, and taking responsibility.
Take Notes:



Conflict Resolution Network: The Twelve Skills
Choose a strategy for resolving conflicts and click the button for more details. The strategies offer a different way to look at conflict resolution. They include skills such as the win/win approach, managing emotions, and more.
Take Notes:



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