Problem Solving teaches students how to think critically, test ideas, and find solutions to challenges in math, science, and daily life. Through inquiry learning, they learn to ask the right questions, analyze information, and try different strategies. Instead of just memorizing steps, they practice creative and logical thinking in real-world contexts. Activities like puzzles, projects, and group challenges build resilience and teamwork. By exploring problems with curiosity, Problem Solving becomes more than a skill, it becomes a mindset for success.
🟢 Starter
- Write three steps you use to solve a puzzle.
- Solve: 48 ÷ 6 = ?
- Create a riddle for your classmates.
- Write two sentences about why problems need solutions.
- Draw a maze and solve it.
- Solve: 25% of 200.
- Write three words that describe good problem solvers.
- Share one time you solved a small daily problem.
- Solve: 12 × 15 using any method.
- Write one question you ask yourself when stuck.
- List three examples of problems in school life.
- Solve: (10 + 5) × 2.
- Write one sentence about why teamwork helps problem solving.
- Compare guessing and logical reasoning.
- Write three sentences about how you solved a math problem.
- Solve: 2x + 4 = 12.
- Create a slogan about solving problems.
- Write down one problem you would like to solve in your community.
- Solve: ⅔ of 90.
- Draw a picture showing problem solving in action.
🟡 Practice
- Solve a word problem about shopping with discounts.
- Write a paragraph about how you solved a tough homework question.
- Create a real-life math problem for a classmate.
- Solve: 3(x – 2) = 15.
- Research how scientists solve problems.
- Write three strategies for solving story problems.
- Create a puzzle using numbers.
- Solve a riddle and explain your steps.
- Write a diary entry about solving a conflict.
- Compare two different ways to solve the same problem.
- Solve: 120 ÷ (4 × 5).
- Research one invention created to solve a problem.
- Write about why trial and error is important.
- Solve a problem with fractions: ¾ + ⅖.
- Create a poster about critical thinking.
- Write three ways to avoid giving up too soon.
- Solve: 2x + 3 = 15.
- Write a story where a character solves a mystery.
- Create a class challenge that requires teamwork.
- Write about a time you used creativity to solve something.
🔴 Challenge
- Write an essay on why problem solving is a life skill.
- Solve: 4(x + 3) – 5 = 27.
- Debate whether failure is part of solving problems.
- Research how engineers solve real-world issues.
- Create a project to solve a school challenge.
- Solve: (x – 5)(x + 2) = 0.
- Write a diary entry from the view of a detective.
- Analyze how different cultures solved historical problems.
- Solve a multi-step percentage problem (e.g., 20% off, then 10% tax).
- Create a flowchart showing problem-solving steps.
- Write a persuasive speech about creative thinking.
- Solve: 3x + 4 = 19.
- Research how doctors solve medical problems.
- Write a story about solving a global issue.
- Debate whether technology helps or hurts problem solving.
- Solve: 2(x + 5) = 3(x – 1).
- Create a presentation about teamwork in problem solving.
- Research how astronauts solve challenges in space.
- Write a reflection on a mistake that taught you a solution.
- Propose three new strategies for teaching problem solving.