Size of the Problem
Definitions
Step Problem Solving Process
100

My pencil broke when I was working on a math paper. 

small problem - I can fix this on my own 

100

What is Empathy?

thining how other's feel, walking in someone else's shoes

100

What does the "S" stand for?

Say the problem without blame.

200

During recess, someone fell off the swing and was bleeding.  

Medium Problem, you need an adult's help.  

200

What is perspective?

They way someone sees something

200

What does the T stand for?

Think of Solutions 

300

During a basketball game, the teams started to argue and push and shove over a call.

Big problem, you need an adults help right away.  

300

What is a grounding exercise?

A tool used that can help get a person calmed down.

300

What does the E stand for?

Explore Consequences

400

You and your friend don't play together during recess because you both want to do different things.  

small problem - it's good to have different friends and try something new!

400
What does the P stand for?

Pick the best solution. 

500

You notice broken glass on the playground. 

Medium Problem- find an adult to help 

500

When do you use the STEP problem-solving process?

When you have a conflict with an individual or a group.