57. Teaching Problem-Solving Skills with Young Students
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Solving problems on their own is a common struggle with kindergarteners. In this episode, I discuss teaching students essential problem-solving strategies, focusing on fostering independence. I categorize problems into small, medium, and big, guiding you on empowering students to manage minor issues on their own. Practical techniques include the “bug and a wish” framework for resolving conflicts and the “ask three before me” method for peer assistance.
In this episode I share:
- Importance of Independence in Problem Solving
- Encouraging Independence with "Ask Three Before Me"
- Teaching Problem Sizes for Emotional Regulation
- Additional Resources and Support
Resources Mentioned:
- Social Emotional Learning Year-Long Kindergarten Curriculum Bundle
- Teaching Problem Solving Skills: A Social Emotional Learning Unit
- A Bug and a Wish
- Workshop: What to do When a Child Cries All the Time (from my website)
- What To Do When a Child Cries All The Time: A Kindergarten Cafe Workshop (TPT)
Connect with Zeba:
- Instagram - @kindergartencafe
- Facebook - @kindergartencafe
- Website - www.kindergartencafe.org
- Tik Tok - @kindergartencafe
Mentioned in this episode:
Trixie the Thoughtful Turtle
Learn more about the newest Caring Critters book: Trixie the Thoughtful Turtle https://www.kindergartencafe.org/trixie/
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