A more nuanced solution for conflict resolution in PE over a more serious or complex issue is the use of the Think, Talk, Try approach. It is more time consuming, however there is also the possibility of unlocking meaningful learning with this approach.

How it works:
1. Children involved go to the "Think Tank”
2. They can only allowed use non-accusatory "I" statements i.e. “I feel mad, when you grab my jersey like that”
3. Egg-timer to measure 2 or 3 minutes of “Thinking” and “Talking” time, small bell to alert teacher when we have reached a resolution
4. Both parties must be satisfied to rejoin the game to “Try” something that will not lead to similar conflict again