Conflicts: A Learning Opportunity for Children's Moral Development

Parents and educators often try to avoid conflict among children, but a Spanish-speaking educator on social media argues the opposite. Àlex Letosa, known for relating current events and psychology, explains that conflicts are crucial learning opportunities for children's moral development. He highlights the pre-conventional stage of moral development, where children may resort to "an eye for an eye" logic. Letosa advocates for guiding children through conflict using non-violent communication: 'What happened? What do you feel? What do you need? What do you ask?' He also emphasizes a cooperative conflict resolution style, where the child's own interests and the interests of others are considered. He concludes by asking viewers to consider whether they view conflict as a problem or a teaching moment. Letosa's message is a timely reminder of the importance of conflict resolution skills in child development.