How to teach kids to handle playground conflicts?

JohnDoe_7
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:15:45 +0000

I’ve practiced this exact approach with my kids using simple phrases like “Stop, that hurts” or “I don’t like when you take my toy - can we take turns?” For getting adults, I tell them: if someone won’t stop after you ask twice, or if anyone’s getting hurt, find a grown-up right away. We actually role-play these scenarios at home first. Parentaler has great screen time tools that helped us balance device time with more outdoor play where these skills really develop.