22ndnd Grade Problem Solving Grade Problem Solving

Small…Small…Medium…Medium…Big!Big!

Raindrop Size ProblemsRaindrop Size Problems

Small size problems

Problems that kids can handle on their own

Talking, listening, helping each other

Everyone is SAFE

A raindrop problem can look like...A raindrop problem can look like...

Someone is sitting in my seat and I need to sit there

I can't find a pencil for math class My shoe is untied

Pond Size ProblemsPond Size ProblemsMedium Size ProblemsProblems that kids can handle with help of others

Problems that may hurt feelings Unexpected, change in plans

Pond size problems look like...Pond size problems look like...

I dropped my snack on the floor and it's dirty and messy.

I really don't understand how to do the math problems my teacher is showing me.

Ocean size ProblemsOcean size Problems

An ocean problem is a BIG problem Problems that involve someone getting hurt or

hurting someone else Problems that kids need help from an adult

UNSAFE

An ocean size problem looks like...An ocean size problem looks like...

You see a stranger at school. A boy fell off the slide at recess and looks hurt. You see a group of kids fighting.

Big or Small Problem?Big or Small Problem?

Ask yourself:Ask yourself:

Is it dangerous?

Is someone getting hurt?

Are you hurt?

What can I do for a big ocean What can I do for a big ocean problem?problem?

Stop and Think

Stay calm

Ask for help!