Texting Time-Out Answer Key

This worksheet teaches students how to de-escalate tense text conversations by crafting calm, understanding replies. Learners read short “text thread” exchanges showing conflict and must write responses that stay positive and promote compromise. The activity encourages empathy, perspective-taking, and responsible digital communication. Students practice self-control and learn how respectful replies can cool conflict and preserve relationships online.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social-Emotional Learning – Conflict Management and Empathy

Health Education – Digital Citizenship and Communication

English Language Arts – Writing for Tone and Purpose

Critical Thinking – Problem Solving Through Dialogue

This worksheet is part of our Conflict Resolution collection.