Problem Solving Skills

Sizing Up Problems

100

Your pencil breaks while completing your work in class. What size problem is this?

Small problem

200

Your friend falls down on the playground and gets badly hurt. What size problem is this?

Big Problem

300

You forgot your lunch at home. What size problem is this?

Medium problem

Problem Solving Steps

100

True or False: You should always choose the best, safe, and kind choice when finding a solution to a problem

True

200

If one solution doesn't work, what should you do?

Try another solution 

300

 True or False: You should always pick the first idea you think of.

False

Solutions

100

You have homework to finish, but you also want to play. What is a good solution?

Finish your homework first, then play when you're done.

200

Your little brother keeps taking your favorite toy. What could you do instead of yelling?

Talk to him calmly and find a solution, such as taking turns.

300

You can't find your library book. Name two things you could try.

Look where you last used it, check your backpack, or ask someone for help.