From taunts and teasing to physical assault, many kids face difficult, even dangerous situations at school, at home, and in the community. How can they avoid conflict and defuse tough situations?

This book offers practical, realistic answers about the nature of conflict, the reasons behind conflicts, and positive ways to deal with difficult circumstances.

Through self-tests and exercises, young people discover whether they are conflict-solvers or conflict-makers. They learn how to stand up for themselves without getting physical, and how to deal with people who don't want to resolve conflicts in a peaceful way. Includes tips for countering bullying, calming down, lessening stress and tension, letting go of anger and resentment, and eliminating put-downs and other hurtful language.

The Kids' Guide to Working Out Conflicts was designed to help schools fulfill Title IV—21st Century Schools, Part A—Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities, Sections 4115 (E) viii and xiii, which authorize conflict resolution, violence prevention, and education programs.

160 pages.

Also available Leader's Guide to The Kids' Guide to Working Out Conflicts,

"A complete and practical toolkit to help kids navigate a sometimes hostile world. Although it never minimizes the difficulties of dealing with angry or mean people, it makes staying cool and dignified seem both desirable and doable."

- Meg Cox, author of The Book of New Family Traditions

"Naomi Drew knows that conflict avoidance is not the answer to conflict resolution. She provides essential skills for teens to listen respectfully, discuss sincerely, decide empathetically, and proceed with empowerment."

- Maurice J. Elias, Ph.D., coauthor of Raising Emotionally Intelligent Teenagers