Big or Small Problem
I got an answer wrong on an assignment. Big problem or small problem?
Small Problem!
During Community Circle, you see someone crying as the lesson starts.
Unexpected. What could you do to help that person?
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 does the letter S stand for in the STEP problem-Solving Process?
Say the Problem without blame
My parent went to the hospital last night. Big problem or small problem?
Big problem!
Someone is cheating on a test by looking at your paper.
Unexpected. How would you handle this?
I might need help to fix it. It requires action to fix it. It might affect more then just me.
What does the letter T stand for in the problem-solving process?
Think of Solutions
Someone decided to start spreading mean rumors at school about you. You have asked them to stop but they haven't.
Discuss opinions.
Support Answers.
George laughed when Ellen fell of the slide. George's behavior is expected or unexpected?
Unexpected.
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.
What does the E stand for in the STEP problem-solving process?
Explore Consequences
It's time to put your things away and move on to the next subject. You are really wanting to finish your assignment so you don't have to do it during the free time your teacher is allowing your class to have if they finish. Is this a big problem or a small problem?
Small problem!
A classmate was frustrated when completing an assignment, crumpled up the paper, and threw it on the floor.
Unexpected. What could have this student done instead?
What is "expected" behavior?
Things kids do or say that other kids and adults think is friendly, helpful and respectful to others.
What does the P stand for in the STEP problem-solving process
Pick a solution.
Your friend told you a "secret" that is concerning. Is this a big problem or a small problem?
Big problem!
During soccer, someone missed a goal. His teammates went up to him and said "good try".
Expected
Things kids do or say that other kids or adults think is not friendly, hurtful, or disrespectful to others.
Each Solution may have positive or negative _______________.
consequences