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Problem Size and Response

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Lesson Plan

Problem Size and Response

Recognize problem size and respond appropriately

This lesson helps students understand how to assess the size of a problem and choose an appropriate response. By using video modeling, role-playing, and discussions, students will learn to independently recognize and respond to different problem sizes. This skill is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and effective problem-solving abilities.

Audience

2nd Grade Student

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Active Learning, Trauma-Informed Teaching

Materials

Video: Getting Help - Building Resilience with Hunter and Eve, Printable Cards: Problem Scenarios, Worksheet: Problem Size and Response, and Exit Ticket: Problem Reflection

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what a problem is and how they can vary in size.
  • Introduce the concept of matching the response to the size of the problem.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

Step 3

Activity: Role-Playing

10 mins

  • Use printable cards with different problem scenarios.
  • Have students role-play each scenario, deciding on the size of the problem and an appropriate response.
  • Encourage students to think about how they would feel and react in each situation.

Step 4

Worksheet Completion

5 mins

  • Distribute the worksheet 'Problem Size and Response'.
  • Students will match problems to responses, reinforcing the lesson's concepts.

Step 5

Closure and Exit Ticket

5 mins

  • Recap the lesson by discussing what was learned about problem sizes and responses.
  • Hand out the exit ticket 'Problem Reflection' for students to complete, reflecting on a problem they faced and how they responded.
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Worksheet

Problem Scenarios Cards

Printable cards with various problem scenarios for role-playing activities.




Lost pencil







Spilled water







Argument with a friend







Forgot homework







Feeling sick







Missed the bus




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Worksheet

Problem Size and Response Worksheet

Worksheet to help students match problems with appropriate responses.

Match the problem 'Lost pencil' with an appropriate response.








Match the problem 'Spilled water' with an appropriate response.








Match the problem 'Argument with a friend' with an appropriate response.








Match the problem 'Forgot homework' with an appropriate response.








Match the problem 'Feeling sick' with an appropriate response.








Match the problem 'Missed the bus' with an appropriate response.








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Quiz

Problem Reflection Exit Ticket

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