Unit 4: Problem Solving

March 13 - April 14

Click here to download a PDF of an overview of this unit. This handout includes what your child is learning and ways you can practice at home.

Lesson 16: We Can Say the Problem

In this lesson, students will learn how to state a problem without blame or name calling. They’ll practice identifying problems in given scenarios, listen to their teacher state the problem, and then repeat the statement.

You Can Try This at Home

Children may be tempted to blame others when they’re upset about something. Encourage your child to avoid blame by describing what happened without focusing on who is at fault.

Lesson 17: Ready to Solve Problems

In this lesson, students will learn that taking time to feel calm before reacting is a helpful first step to solving a problem.

You Can Try This at Home

Let your child see you taking a moment to feel calm at home when things are busy or stressful. For example, say, “Today was a really busy day. I’m going to take a few slow breaths to help me feel calm.” Invite your child to join you.

Lesson 18: Apologizing Can Help

In this lesson, students will learn that apologizing is one way to begin to solve problems. They’ll practice using the phrases, “I’m sorry. Are you okay? How can I help?” as a way to help solve problems.

You Can Try This at Home

Ask your child to teach you the three parts of the apology they learned. Encourage them to apologize when the opportunity arises at home.

Lesson 19: Taking Turns and Sharing

In this lesson, students will practice solving problems by offering to share and take turns.

You Can Try This at Home

Encourage your child to offer to share and take turns with items at home.

Lesson 20: We Can Solve Problems

In this lesson, students will show what they have learned about solving problems. They’ll suggest ways to solve problems in different scenarios and draw a picture of themselves using a problem-solving strategy.

You Can Try This at Home

If problems or disagreements arise at home, for example, between siblings, ask your child to suggest a way to help solve the problem.

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