Problem Scale
Problem-Reaction
Mood Meter
Book
Random
100

You lose in the game of uno that you were playing, what size problem is this? 

This is a 1 problem, we let it go and move on!
100

I get to school and it is time to line up to go to our class. I am walking towards the door when Katie jumps right in front of me! I feel so angry, what should I do? 

Take a deep breathe, do not get angry. Stay calm and tell one of the teachers what happened. They will help you solve the issue!

100

If I am feeling relaxed or calm where do I fall on the mood meter? 

In the green!

100

What is the name of the book we read this week related to problems? 

What do you do with a problem? 

100

What is a group of lions called?

A Pride
200

You are playing outside with your bike. You keep going faster and faster, until suddenly you hit a bump. You fly into the air and land on your arm badly. It really hurts and you can't move it. What size problem is this?

This is a 4 problem. This is an emergency. You need to go to the doctor

200
Today is Friday and on Friday's my mom usually takes me to get ice cream. But when mom picks me up from the school she says we have to go home to get some work done and we don't have time for ice cream. What should my reaction be?

Stay calm, ask mom if we can get icecream tomorrow when we have some time. 

200

What does the mood meter help you do?

It helps you to identify your emotions. 

200

what does the boy do in the beginning of the story when he finds out he has a problem? 

He sulks, he tries to push it away, he wishes he didn't have it. 

200

What kind of animal was Abu in Aladdin?

A monkey

300

You are spending time with a friend at their house, you notice that she is sad and doesn't want to talk. What sized problem is this? 

This is a 2-sized problem, you can talk to her and ask her what is wrong. You can be a good friend and make sure she knows you are there for her. 
300

I wanted to play tag during recess but all my friends wanted to play 4-square. I am so frustrated- I don't like 4-square. What should I do? 

Let it go! It is more fun to play with your friends than to sit by yourself and be frustrated. If it still bothers you- maybe ask if you can play tag next recess. 

300

what is this person feeling? where is she on the mood meter?

She is feeling ecstatic, hyper, overjoyed. She is in the yellow. 

300

what does the boy decide to do in the middle of the book? 

He makes a plan to tackle his problem head-on, even though he feels afraid. He goes for it! 

300

Which country is home to the kangaroo?

Australia 

400

You are at the movies and the person in front of you keeps talking out loud. You ask them to stop, but they won't listen. What size problem is this? What is the reaction? 

This is a 3 problem. Stay calm and find a worker in the movie theatre to talk to the person who won't stop talking

400

I am walking outside when I see the old lady in the house next to us fall down. She looks in pain and can't move her leg. I get very scared. What should I do? 

Call 911 or get an adult to call the doctor to come check on her. 

400

where does this boy fall on the mood meter? What is he feeling?


He is in the green. He is feeling calm. 

400

What is the boy riding on at the end of the book? 

A ship! He is the captain of solving his problems now! 

400

How many bones do sharks have?

0

500

You are at your friends house and it is 8pm. You see your friends older brother sneaking out of the house without telling the parents. What should you do? what size problem is this? 

You should check-in with your friend and let him know that you saw his brother sneaking outside. Your friend can have the conversation with his family on his own. This is a 3 problem. 
500

My mom and I are fighting a lot. It really upsets me when we argue. I wish we didn't find as much. What should I do? 

Talk to your mom and try to solve the problem together. If you need more help talk to a safe adult about ways you can work on your relationship. 
500

what is this person feeling? where is she on the mood meter?

This person is feeling worried. She would be in the red.  

500

What does the boy find at the enter of the problem when he tackles it? 

An opportunity! All problems have opportunities for us- if we face them. 

500

Can you name the closest star to Earth?

The Sun