Problem Solving Grade 3

In Grade 3 students are learning about problem solving. Students have learned that "small problems" usually make us feel angry, frustrated, annoyed or sad whereas "big problems" make us feel scared or worried and require adult attention right away. Students are learning strategies to feel empowered to solve small problems.

Students are learning about the STEP model to help guide them. 

What is the problem? ( I feel...) 

What can you do?

What might happen if? 

What works best?

We have also learned that our reaction to the problem should match the size of the problem. When our reaction is too big, it is unexpected and we should use our mindfulness strategies to calm down so we can use our problem solving steps.