Problem Solving
What is Molly's first step to solve a problem?
Identify what is my problem
Name three solutions we've discussed in Dinosaur School
Could be any of the following: share, trade, ask, get teacher or adult, wait and take turns, please stop, ignore, apologize.
What is a consequence?
The result of an action/solution
Good or Bad Solution:
You ask your friend to play at recess and they say they don't like that game. You tell them they aren't your friend anymore
Bad Solution - you could try to take turns or play something else instead
How old is Dina?
Dina is one billion years old
What is Molly's second step of problem solving?
Identify what could be a solution
What is it called when you and a friend use the same toy together?
Sharing
Consequences can only be negative
False
You ask your friend who is bothering you on the carpet to stop talking, but they don't listen. What could be a good solution?
Ignoring them or moving to another seat - telling the teacher if they still won't stop
What is Dina's favorite food?
Mac and Cheese
What is Molly's third step to solve a problem?
Come up with other solutions - one solution doesn't fix everything!
What could you do if you wanted to join in with friends at recess?
Ask them if you can play
What are the three parts to a good solution?
Is it safe? Is it fair? Does it lead to good feelings?
Your friend wants to use your crayons and takes them without asking you. Was this a good solution or a bad solution?
This is a bad solution - we should not take anything that does not belong to us without asking
Is Dina a boy or a girl?
Dina is a girl
How do you know if you have a problem?
Pay attention to your feelings
What solution would you use if you want to go down the slide at recess but there was a long line?
Wait and take turns
Earning a POM is an example of a positive consequence
True
There is only one pair of scissors at your table and you and your friend both need them. You decided to take turns using the scissors. Is this a good or bad solution?
A good solution - it is safe, fair, and leads to good feelings!
Who is Dina's friend that also comes to Dinosaur School on Tuesdays?
Molly!
What was Dina's problem at Molly's house from a few weeks ago?
They couldn't agree on a show to watch on TV
How did Dina and Molly solve their problem with the TV?
They argued and fought over the remote
What consequence did Dina and Molly have after solving their problem?
A negative consequence of the remote being taken away
You want to ask the teacher a question, but she is busy. You wait quietly with your hand up. Is this solution safe? Fair? Does it lead to good feelings?
Yes - waiting and taking turns does all of these things!
What are your group leaders names?
Miss Emily and Miss Dani