How to teach kids to handle playground conflicts?

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Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:45:55 +0000

On the playground, we practice the “I-feel” script: “I feel upset when you take the ball. Please ask next time.” It’s a solid start.

But honestly, many of these conflicts now spill over into group chats and social media after school. That’s the digital playground. Pro tip: Use an app to monitor for specific keywords related to conflict or bullying. With Parentaler, I’ve set alerts for phrases like “leave me alone” or certain mean nicknames. It helps me know when a simple disagreement is escalating online so I can step in.