Kate accidentally steps on Mike's sneakers, and Mike gets very upset. Kate doesn't understand why Mike is so upset, because it's just an accident. Mike doesn't understand why Kate doesn't care. When it happens again, they think about the other person's side - Kate knows these are Mike's favorite sneakers, so she apologizes. Mike understands it was just an accident, and it's no big deal.
Questions for Discussion:
How do you usually behave when someone has hurt your feelings or makes you upset?
We have all done something by accident before. What can you say to someone if you have hurt them by accident?
Practice this scenario with someone at home!