Role playing enables children to think through challenging situations away from the "heat of the moment" and with a clear head. It can be a safe way to see that maybe they made a mistake without having to admit they work were wrong or just not entirely right. It also provides the opportunity to have an active discussion about the pros and cons of different points of view when the stakes are low. We know that emotions can interfere with rational thinking. When we think through situations in advance and when we are calm, we are often able to make better decisions in live situations even when our emotions rise.