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Problem Solving Adventure

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Lesson Plan

Problem Solving Adventure

Engage in problem-solving strategies

This lesson introduces students to problem-solving strategies through a game-based learning approach. Students will watch a video to understand the basics of problem-solving and then participate in a fun, interactive game that challenges them to apply these strategies. This lesson is important as it helps students develop critical thinking and decision-making skills, which are essential for academic success and everyday life.

Audience

Elementary Students

Time

40 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning

Materials

Video: Prepare with Pedro: Coping Skills, Projector or screen for video, Printed game cards, and Whiteboard and markers

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Greet the students and introduce the topic of problem-solving.
  • Explain the importance of problem-solving skills in everyday life.
  • Briefly outline the activities for the lesson.

Step 2

Video Viewing

10 mins

Step 3

Discussion

5 mins

  • Discuss the video with the students.
  • Ask questions like: What strategies did Pedro use? How can we use these strategies in real life?
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas.

Step 4

Game-Based Activity

15 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Distribute printed game cards to each group.
  • Explain the rules of the game: Each card presents a problem scenario, and students must work together to come up with a solution using the strategies discussed.
  • Allow students to play and solve as many scenarios as possible.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Gather the students and ask them to share their favorite problem-solving strategy from the game.
  • Summarize the key points of the lesson.
  • Encourage students to practice these strategies in their daily lives.
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Discussion

Discussion on Problem Solving Strategies

A guided discussion to help students reflect on the problem-solving strategies presented in the video and how they can apply them in real life.

What strategies did Pedro use to solve problems?

Encourage students to recall specific strategies mentioned in the video, such as staying calm, thinking through the problem, and asking for help.







How can we use these strategies in our daily lives?

Guide students to think about situations they face daily and how they can apply the strategies learned.







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Worksheet

Printable Cards for Problem Solving Game

These cards contain problem scenarios for students to solve using the strategies discussed in the lesson. They are designed for one-sided printing.




You forgot your homework at home. What do you do?







Your friend is upset and won't talk to you. How can you help?







You lost your favorite toy. What steps can you take to find it?







You have a test tomorrow, but you don't understand the material. What should you do?







You want to play a game, but your sibling is using the console. How can you solve this?




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