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Storytime Problem Solving

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Meghan Geppner-Drewniak

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Storytime Problem Solving

Foster problem-solving skills

In this lesson, kindergarten students will explore problem solving through storytelling. They will listen to a story and work together to solve a problem faced by the characters, fostering communication and empathy. This lesson is important as it helps young learners develop critical thinking and social skills in a fun and engaging way.

Audience

Kindergarten Students

Time

30 mins

Approach

Foster problem-solving skills

Materials

Storybook, Discussion Guide, and Problem Solving Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Gather students in a circle and introduce the concept of problem solving.
  • Explain that they will listen to a story and help the characters solve a problem.

Step 2

Story Reading

10 mins

  • Read a selected storybook to the class.
  • Pause at key moments to ask predictive questions (e.g., "What do you think will happen next?").

Step 3

Group Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the Discussion Guide to facilitate a conversation about the problem in the story.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas.

Step 4

Problem Solving Activity

8 mins

  • Distribute the Problem Solving Worksheet.
  • In small groups, have students discuss and draw their solutions to the problem faced by the characters.

Step 5

Closure

2 mins

  • Gather students back in a circle.
  • Invite a few groups to share their solutions.
  • Reinforce the importance of working together and thinking creatively.
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Discussion

Discussion Guide

Guide to facilitate a discussion about the story's problem.

What problem did the characters face in the story?

Encourage students to describe the problem in their own words.







How did the characters feel about the problem?

Discuss the emotions of the characters and relate them to the students' experiences.







What are some ways we can solve this problem?

Guide students to think of different solutions and discuss their feasibility.







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Worksheet

Problem Solving Worksheet

Worksheet for students to draw and discuss their solutions to the story's problem.

Draw a picture of the problem the characters faced.








Draw your solution to the problem.








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