P13-97F07: Resolving Conflict and Addressing Maladaptive Behaviors in School Groups Using Children's Literature (K-5th Grade)

Description: Children's literature provides a safe and effective vehiclethrough which elementary school children K-5th grade can work effectively in groups to examine conflict and maladaptive behaviors without feeling threatened and defensive. Best practices for leading groups and stimulating fruitful and dynamic dialogues in the face of tension and resistance will be shared. Developmental limitations will be examined. Interventions using children's literature in groups will be developed for fostering cooperation, communication, emotional expression, appreciation for diversity and constructive use of conflict in school groups. Participants will write a children's story to address a specific classroom or counseling group dilemma they are challenged by currently.

5 Saturdays. October 13-November 17, 2007
9:00am-3:00pm

Instructor: Dr. Janet Resnick
Location: 20 West 64th St., #15D
New York, NY 10023
Fees: $300.