Problem Solving

What is problem solving?

• An animated cartoon

• The process of achieving a goal by overcoming obstacles

• Something you read

• Process of elimination

Curiosity, anger, frustration and confusion are all emotions you can feel when facing a problem.

• True

• False

What can you do when someone decides to start being mean to you?

• Calmly talk to them about what you are feeling

• Start being mean to them as well

• Hit or shove them

• Call them mean names

A mediator is someone who can come in and help with a conflict.

• True

• False

Which of the following is an example of a mediator?

• An astronaut

• A firefighter

• A police officer

• A teacher

What should you think of the other person as when you are trying to resolve a problem?

• A troublemaker

• A partner

• An enemy

Which of the following is a problem solving skill?

• Hanging upside down on the monkey bars

• Listening to others

• Screaming at another person

• Not paying attention in class

Why is problem solving important?

• It can help you empathize with others and be aware of what is happening around you

• It can help you be a bad student in school

• It's not important