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Problem-Solving Pals

Lesson Plan

Problem-Solving Pals

Learn to solve problems independently

In this lesson, students will learn how to solve problems amongst themselves without needing adult support. Through a discussion and a game-based activity, students will practice identifying problems, brainstorming solutions, and working together to resolve conflicts. This lesson is important as it helps students develop critical social-emotional skills that are essential for their personal and academic growth.

Audience

2nd Grade Students

Time

35 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Collaborative Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Problem-Solving Scenario Cards, Markers, and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Welcome the students and explain the objective of the lesson: learning to solve problems on their own.
  • Briefly discuss why it's important to be able to solve problems without always needing an adult.

Step 2

Discussion

10 minutes

  • Use the provided discussion questions to guide a conversation about problem-solving.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences with solving problems.
  • Discuss different strategies they can use to solve problems.

Step 3

Activity: Problem-Solving Scenarios

15 minutes

  • Divide the students into pairs.
  • Give each pair a problem-solving scenario card.
  • Instruct the pairs to discuss the scenario and come up with a solution together.
  • Provide markers and paper for them to draw or write their solutions.
  • After 10 minutes, have each pair share their scenario and solution with the class.

Step 4

Closure

5 minutes

  • Recap the key points of the lesson.
  • Ask students to share one thing they learned about solving problems.
  • Encourage them to use these strategies in their daily lives.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

Use these questions to guide a discussion about problem-solving and encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.

Why is it important to be able to solve problems on your own?

  • Discuss the benefits of being able to solve problems independently.
  • Encourage students to think about times when they solved a problem without help.







What are some strategies you can use to solve a problem?

  • Brainstorm different problem-solving strategies with the students.
  • Write their ideas on the board.







Can you think of a time when you had a problem with a friend? How did you solve it?

  • Encourage students to share their experiences.
  • Discuss what worked and what didn't.







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Worksheet

Problem-Solving Scenario Cards

These cards contain different problem-solving scenarios for students to discuss and solve in pairs.




You and your friend both want to play with the same toy.







Your classmate accidentally knocks over your block tower.







You and your friend have different ideas for a game to play.







Your friend says something that hurts your feelings.




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