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Social Problem Solving Adventure

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Social Problem Solving Adventure

Problem solving in social settings

This lesson introduces first-grade students to problem-solving in social settings through a combination of reading, interactive activities, and video content. The lesson is designed to be engaging and accessible, with accommodations for a student with Autism Spectrum Disorder. By participating in this lesson, students will develop essential social skills that will help them navigate interactions with peers effectively.

Audience

Two Grade One Students

Time

30 mins

Approach

Experiential Learning, Game-Based Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Story: 'The Playground Problem', Printable Cards: 'Social Scenarios', Video: 'Getting Help - Building Resilience with Hunter and Eve', and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion about what problem-solving means in social settings.
  • Introduce the story 'The Playground Problem' to set the context for the lesson.

Step 2

Reading Activity

5 mins

  • Read the story 'The Playground Problem' aloud to the students.
  • Pause to ask questions about the characters' feelings and actions.

Step 3

Video Viewing

5 mins

Step 4

Game-Based Activity

10 mins

  • Use the 'Social Scenarios' printable cards to role-play different social situations.
  • Encourage students to use problem-solving steps discussed in the video to resolve each scenario.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the key problem-solving steps learned.
  • Ask students to share one thing they learned about solving problems with friends.
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Reading

The Playground Problem

A short story about a group of children facing a problem on the playground and how they work together to solve it.

Once upon a time, at Sunnydale School, a group of children were playing on the playground. Suddenly, they faced a problem: there was only one swing, and everyone wanted a turn. How would they solve this problem? As they talked, they realized they could take turns and set a timer for each swing ride. By working together, they found a solution that made everyone happy.

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Worksheet

Social Scenarios

Printable cards with different social scenarios for role-playing activities.




You want to play with a toy that someone else is using.







You and your friend both want to be the leader in a game.







You accidentally bump into someone and they get upset.







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




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Discussion

Discussion Questions

Questions to guide a discussion on problem-solving in social settings.

What is one way to solve a problem when playing with friends?

Encourage students to think about taking turns, sharing, or talking it out.







How did the children in the story solve their problem?

Guide students to recall the solution of taking turns and setting a timer.







Why is it important to solve problems with friends?

Discuss the importance of maintaining friendships and having fun together.







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