Big or Small Problem
I got an answer wrong on an assignment. Big problem or small problem?
Small Problem!
At morning meeting, Jonah gave the same answer as Kaden was going to give. Kaden yelled, " Jonah STOLE MY ANSWER!" Kaden's behavior was expected or unexpected?
Unexpected.
What is step 3 of the problem solving process?
What are the solutions?
It may not really be a problem. I can ignore it or fix it easily. It usually passes quickly. It usually only affects me.
What is good for our brain?
Healthy snacks and food like pistachios, grapes, veggies
My parent went to the hospital last night. Big problem or small problem?
Big problem!
Gaven lies on the floor and growling during morning meeting . His behavior is expected or unexpected?
Unexpected.
What is the second step in the problem solving process?
Identify the problem. What is pushing your buttons!
I might need help to fix it. It requires action to fix it. It might affect more then just me.
T or F...Practice makes our brain stronger
True
My classmate cut me in line. Big problem or small problem?
Small problem!
Robert laughed when a classmate fell of the slide. Robert's behavior is expected or unexpected?
Unexpected.
What is step 1 in the problem solving process?
STOP and breathe. How do I feel? How does my body feel?
What is a large problem?
There is no quick or easy solution. I probably need help to fix it. It might involve safety. Affects me in a big way or for a long time. Could affect a lot of people.
How does sleep help our brain?
Helps improve memory and solve problems
The teacher asked you to put your toy away until recess or choice time. Is this a big problem or a small problem?
Small problem!
Kaden went to glue something but his glue stick is dried up! He raised his hand and asked the teacher for a new one. Kaden's behavior was expected or unexpected?
Expected!
What is the fourth step in the problem solving process?
What would happen if I.....?
What would happen if I tried each of the solutions to the problem?
What is "expected" behavior?
Things kids and adults do or say that other kids and adults think is friendly, helpful and respectful to others.
T or F...Our brain produces a lot of electricity!!!
True, our brain could produce enough electricity to turn on a light bulb
The weather is getting cold and Jonah doesn't have a winter jacket. Is that a big problem or a small problem?
Big problem!
Mr T runs to give hugs to every teacher he sees. This behavior is expected or unexpected?
Unexpected.
What is the fifth step in the problem solving process?
CHOOSE. Which one will I try? If the one i choose doesn't work, I will try something else (or ask for help)
Things kids do or say that other kids or adults think is not friendly, hurtful, or disrespectful to others.
How does laughing help us?
Improves our mood, improves memory.