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[quote=Anonymous]I agree that starting with allowing her to switch groups as a first resort for problem solving not liking an activity is a mistake.  Sometimes people don't like an activity.  Probably at least half the kids at camp aren't into an activity at any given time.  She needs a pep talk, not an "out."

1.  Start with asking why it's a problem to be with just boys.  The other girls will tease me!  But you will respond with a shrug of your shoulders and by saying My team is going to win!  
2.  Find out about those particular boys.  Are they rough?  Gross?  Mean?  Here are your strategies when they burp, fart, etc.
3.  Provide a pep talk.  Friend Larla will be right there at the water break!  You will bring along a nose clip for when they fart.
4.  Be firm.  It is one sporting event.  One event.  You can do it.  I expect you to handle this, you are 10.
5.  Follow up.  How did it go?  She will probably say very little.  "It was fine."  "Great!  I knew you could handle it"[/quote]

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