Grades 2–5
Peacemaker Secret Code
Use the number code to uncover three peacemaker tips, like “Cool down first,” then explain how one could help in a real disagreement.
SEL worksheet · Conflict resolution
Real Apology or Fake Apology?
Learn what makes an apology real, then circle real or fake for eight apologies and write a real one of your own.
- Grade level
- Grades 2–5
- Time
- About 20 minutes
- Topic
- Conflict resolution
- Answer key
- Yes, page 2 of the PDF
- Kids practice
- Conflict resolution, I-messages, Compromise, Active listening
What kids do
Printed on the sheet:
- A real apology names what you did, shows you understand how it hurt and says how you will make it right. A fake apology blames, makes excuses or doesn’t mean it.
- Circle Real or Fake for each apology.
- “I’m sorry I took your pencil without asking. Here it is, and I’ll ask next time.”
- “Sorry, but you started it.”
- “I’m sorry you feel that way.”
- “I’m sorry I called you that name. It was mean, and I won’t say it again.”
- “SORRY!” (yelled while rolling your eyes)
- “I’m sorry I knocked over your tower. Can I help you build it again?”
Teacher tip
Practice a real apology out loud: say what you did, say sorry and say how you will fix it.
How to use it
- Role-play one scenario with a puppet or another adult before kids start.
- Post the steps or tools from the sheet where kids solve problems, like near the door to recess.
- Use it during morning meeting or right after recess, when the topic is fresh.
Watch for
Bullying is not a conflict between equals. Make sure kids know to tell a grown-up about it.
Talk about it
- How can you tell when you are ready to talk it out?
- Have you ever been in a moment like this? What happened?
Take it further
Set up a peace corner or a peace table with the steps posted.
US Letter, prints well in black and white. Free for home and classroom use: print as many copies as you need.
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