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Understanding Problem Sizes

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Lesson Plan

Understanding Problem Sizes

Social Emotional Learning: Size for the Problem

This lesson helps students understand the concept of 'size for the problem' in social-emotional learning. By recognizing the appropriate response to different problems, students can better manage their emotions and reactions. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional regulation and problem-solving skills, especially for students with attentional and impulsivity issues.

Audience

5th Grade Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Project-Based Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Video: Getting Help - Building Resilience with Hunter and Eve, Worksheet: Problem Size Scenarios, Discussion: Understanding Problem Sizes, and Activity: Problem Size Role-Play

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what it means to have a 'problem'.
  • Introduce the concept of 'size for the problem' and why it's important to respond appropriately.

Step 2

Video Viewing

3 mins

Step 3

Discussion

7 mins

  • Facilitate a discussion using the 'Understanding Problem Sizes' questions.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts on the video and relate it to their own experiences.

Step 4

Worksheet Activity

7 mins

  • Distribute the 'Problem Size Scenarios' worksheet.
  • Have students work individually or in pairs to complete the worksheet, identifying the size of each problem and appropriate responses.

Step 5

Role-Play Activity

5 mins

  • Organize students into small groups for a role-play activity.
  • Assign each group a scenario from the worksheet to act out, focusing on demonstrating the appropriate response based on the problem size.

Step 6

Closure

3 mins

  • Recap the lesson by discussing what students learned about problem sizes.
  • Encourage students to think about how they can apply this understanding in their daily lives.
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Discussion

Understanding Problem Sizes

This discussion helps students explore the concept of problem sizes and appropriate responses.

What does 'size for the problem' mean to you?

Encourage students to think about different types of problems and how they might require different levels of response.







Can you think of a time when you or someone else overreacted to a small problem?

Guide students to reflect on personal experiences and the outcomes of those reactions.







How can understanding the size of a problem help us in our daily lives?

Discuss the benefits of emotional regulation and appropriate problem-solving.







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Worksheet

Problem Size Scenarios

This worksheet helps students practice identifying the size of various problems and determining appropriate responses.

A friend accidentally bumps into you in the hallway. What size is this problem and how should you respond?

Consider if this is a small, medium, or large problem.







You forgot your homework at home. What size is this problem and what can you do about it?

Think about possible solutions and the impact of the problem.







You see someone being bullied at recess. What size is this problem and what actions should you take?

Reflect on the seriousness of the situation and appropriate actions.







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