After the Fight: teacher key

Arguing and Making Up, grade 2 edition, written for 2nd grade. Friends sometimes fight, and a fight does not have to end a friendship. Saying sorry, listening and helping to fix things can help, and a grown-up you trust can help.

Read the book. Print this page for the key.

Questions and answers

1. What does anger usually do?
   • Not last long (answer)
   • Last for many days
   • Get stronger each day
2. What can you take when you are upset?
   • A quick nap on the couch
   • A brand new toy
   • Slow, deep breaths (answer)
3. What do experts say not to do in an argument?
   • Take a little break
   • Call friends names (answer)
   • Say how you feel
4. What is empathy?
   • Knowing how others feel (answer)
   • Winning every game you play
   • A special kind of toy
5. A friend wants to be heard. What helps?
   • Changing the subject again
   • Hiding away from your friend
   • Listening, not cutting in (answer)

Words

• empathy: understanding feelings
• apology: repairing connection