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Resolving Rivalries (Sibling Rivalry)

Resolving Rivalries

Designed with educators, backed by psychology, and
easy to integrate into your school’s routine.

Plan Objectives

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Equip children with tools to handle disagreements in a constructive way.

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Help children understand their siblings' feelings and perspectives

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Teach children to recognize and manage their own emotions effectively.

iconsEncouraging Accountability

Support children in taking responsibility for their actions and choices.

Why This Plan?

This plan addresses the following challenges by developing targeted skills

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My child can not compromise with friends or siblings

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My child does not recognize other people’s feelings

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My child is unaware of their own emotions

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My child makes excuses for their behavior

01 Resolving Arguments Fairly

Teaches children techniques to negotiate and resolve sibling disputes peacefully.

02 Understanding a Sibling’s Feelings

Helps children develop empathy and consider their sibling’s perspective in disagreements.

03 Controlling Emotions During Conflict

Provides tools for children to manage frustration and communicate effectively.

04 Taking Responsibility for Actions

Encourages children to accept accountability, make amends, and rebuild trust.

Real-Life Applications

How this plan's skills apply to real-world scenarios for everyday success

Courses Included

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Conflict Resolution Foundations

Social

Conflict Resolution

Course Details:

Modules: 4 |

Lessons: 31

Strategies: Develop approaches to handle conflict constructively through communication and empathy.

Emotions: Manage emotions in conflict using mindfulness and positive self-talk.

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Cultivating Empathy

Social

Empathy

Course Details:

Modules: 4 |

Lessons: 32

Empathy Development: Develop empathy by understanding and responding to others' emotions and views.

Communication Skills: Enhance skills with active and empathetic listening techniques.

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Mastering Impulse Control

Emotional

Self-Management

Course Details:

Modules: 4 |

Lessons: 31

Recognize Triggers: Identify and manage emotional or physical cues of impulsivity.

Mindfulness Practice: Use meditation and movement techniques to regulate responses.

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Power of Forgiveness

Mindfulness

Forgiveness

Course Details:

Modules: 4 |

Lessons: 32

Forgiveness and Growth: Understand forgiveness's role in personal growth, well-being, and relationship enhancement.

Situational Forgiveness: Identify and apply constructive strategies in situations that require forgiveness.

Meet the Course Creators

Kymberli Barker

Dr. Kymberli Barker

Conflict Resolution Foundations

Mastering Impulse Control

Dr. Kymberli Barker

Conflict Resolution Foundations

Mastering Impulse Control

Dr. Barker is the mother of two fantastic young men, and they are her priority in life. She holds degrees in biochemistry, math, forensics, and psychology. She is a consultant and a professor at multiple colleges, including the Citadel, and Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth. She spent fifteen years in public education, prior. Her personal focus is child advocacy and she developed the Guardian ad Litem/(GAL)/CASA program for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. She is tribally and state sworn as a GAL. Her favorite thing is being a mom.

Kymberli Barker

Ali Dareneau

Conflict Resolution Foundations

Ali Dareneau

Conflict Resolution Foundations

Ms. Dareneau is an English teacher with dual degrees in Psychology and English Education, she enjoys helping students reach their potential, especially when it comes to English Language Arts. With over 16 years of classroom experience and working with education-based companies, she brings creativity and enthusiasm to the classroom and beyond. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology in 2007 and completed her Masters's degree in English Education in 2013 which have both shaped her into the passionate educator she is today. Her professional experience as an English teacher, curriculum designer, and writer demonstrates her passion for reading and writing and solidifies her belief all students can strengthen their reading and writing skills no matter what level they begin their journey.

Kymberli Barker

Mandy Mahr

Cultivating Empathy

Mandy Mahr

Cultivating Empathy

Mandy Mahr is a Masters Level educator who served in public schools in the United States for 15 years before becoming an online tutor to schools with at-risk students, providing social emotional support as well as skill recovery in reading and writing. She is also a consultant for content creation to provide guidance to organizations wanting to engage and employ GenZ. With the technological advances the world has seen in just the last twenty years, it is her goal to train learners to be ready for jobs that don't exist yet. She is passionate about helping learners develop social emotional skills before reaching the workforce.

Kymberli Barker

Kerry Wadsley

Power of Forgiveness

Kerry Wadsley

Power of Forgiveness

Following a degree in Elementary Education at Penn State (USA), I taught at The Elms School, UK for over 10 years, teaching students from 0-11 years. I taught in Key Stage 2 as well as being the Special Educational Needs Coordinator at the school. In 2016, I gained a Master’s in Education from the University of Nottingham (UK). My passion lies in helping students to achieve their potential and eliminating any barriers to learning