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Problem Size Adventure

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Lesson Plan

Problem Size Adventure

Size of the Problem

In this lesson, students will learn to identify and categorize problems based on their size. This is important as it helps children understand that not all problems are equally significant and that they can manage their reactions accordingly. By using game-based learning, students will engage in a fun and interactive way to grasp this concept, enhancing their social-emotional skills.

Audience

Kindergarten

Time

30 min

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Printable Cards: Problem Size Cards, and Discussion Guide: Problem Size Discussion

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion about what a problem is.
  • Ask students if they have ever faced a problem and how it made them feel.

Step 2

Game: Problem Size Sorting

15 mins

  • Distribute the 'Problem Size Cards' to each student.
  • Explain that each card has a problem scenario, and they need to decide if it's a small, medium, or big problem.
  • Have students sort their cards into three piles: small, medium, and big problems.
  • Encourage students to discuss their reasoning with a partner.

Step 3

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the 'Problem Size Discussion' guide to facilitate a class discussion.
  • Ask students why it's important to know the size of a problem.
  • Discuss how understanding the size of a problem can help us react appropriately.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the lesson by highlighting key points about problem sizes.
  • Encourage students to think about the size of a problem before reacting in the future.
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Discussion

Problem Size Discussion

This discussion will help students reflect on the importance of understanding the size of a problem and how it affects their reactions.

Why do you think it's important to know the size of a problem?

Guide students to understand that knowing the size helps in managing emotions and reactions.







Can you give an example of a small problem and a big problem?

Encourage students to think of everyday situations and categorize them.







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Worksheet

Problem Size Cards

These cards contain different problem scenarios for students to categorize as small, medium, or big problems.




You lost your pencil.







You can't find your favorite toy.







You have a small cut on your finger.







Your friend is upset with you.







You forgot your homework at home.







You spilled water on your shirt.




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