Through literature, children can perceive how others have encountered and resolved problems that cause sadness, stress, fear, and uncertainty. More importantly, children learn how to use conflict resolution strategies to deal with these problems. The use of literature to help children cope with problems can be an important part of teaching. Through literature, children can understand that they are not alone in encountering problems. In using literature to help children cope with problems, teachers recognize that children today encounter many problems and they can then better understand and relate to children's feelings about these problems.
Teachers can guide children in discussing their problems more freely.
Through discussion, teachers and children can share their feelings, which will help teachers and children relate better to one another. From the literature, teachers and children work together to find different solutions for problems. Provide stories using language familiar to children that is realistic in terms of their life experience. Honestly portray the condition and future possibilities for the characters. Illustrations should also portray problems in an honest and straightforward manner.