Children fighting

About this resource

This image and accompanying resource use a relatable scenario to introduce discussions on conflict, resolution, and ethics. The image depicts children in conflict, an accessible way to introduce moral discussions on fighting, reconciliation, and empathy. Teachers are given guidelines to lead classroom discussions about conflict ís causes and effects, encourages aging students to think critically about violence and peace. The resource connects to broader themes in Religious Education, such as forgiveness, justice, and non-violence teachings from various faith traditions. It includes suggested questions and reflective activities to help children understand the impact of their actions and the value of peaceful conflict resolution. Suitable for primary and early students, this resource provides an essential toolkit for developing students moral reasoning and empathy. By contextualising fighting in age-appropriate scenarios, it helps children grasp the importance of positive interpersonal relationships and how their beliefs can shape responses to conflict.