WHEN THE CHILDREN CAN’T WORK OUT A PROBLEM BY THEMSELVES 1. Call a meeting of the antagonists. Explain the purpose and the ground rules. 2. Write down each child’s feelings and concerns, and read them aloud. 3. Allow time for rebuttal. 4. Invite everyone to come up with solutions. Write down all ideas without evaluating. 5. Decide upon the solutions you all can live with. 6. Follow-up.

