Problem Solving in Grade 7 teaches students to analyze challenges, design strategies, and test solutions in creative ways. Through inquiry learning, learners ask questions, explore different methods, and reflect on outcomes. Instead of only memorizing procedures, they practice applying logic, collaboration, and persistence to real-world problems. Activities such as puzzles, case studies, and group challenges make learning active. By linking reasoning to everyday life, Problem Solving becomes a skill that builds confidence, adaptability, and innovation.
🟢 Starter
- Define the term “problem solving.”
- Write three steps you take when facing a problem.
- Solve a riddle: I am an odd number. Take away one letter and I become even. What am I?
- Write three examples of everyday problems.
- Compare guessing and logical reasoning.
- Solve: 15 + ? = 37.
- Write three questions you would ask when solving a problem.
- Reflect: why do mistakes help in problem solving?
- Write a short paragraph about teamwork in solving problems.
- Solve: 2x = 14.
- Write three examples of problems solved with creativity.
- Identify one example of problem solving in sports.
- Write three ways to stay calm under pressure.
- Solve: (12 ÷ 3) + 5.
- Write a short story about solving a mystery.
- Identify one famous problem solver in history.
- Write three reasons to check your answers.
- Compare trial-and-error with planning.
- Solve a puzzle: What has keys but can’t open locks?
- Reflect: how does problem solving help in daily life?
🟡 Practice
- Write a paragraph on why planning helps solve problems.
- Create a flowchart for solving a homework issue.
- Research how problem solving is used in science.
- Solve: 3x + 5 = 20.
- Write three strategies for solving group conflicts.
- Create a list of steps to fix a broken object.
- Write a reflection on solving a real-life challenge.
- Research how problem solving helps inventors.
- Solve a word problem with ratios.
- Compare creative problem solving with logical problem solving.
- Write a diary entry about solving a personal challenge.
- Debate: is it better to solve problems alone or in groups?
- Research how businesses use problem solving.
- Solve a geometry word problem.
- Write about how empathy helps solve problems.
- Create a puzzle for classmates to solve.
- Research how problem solving is used in technology.
- Write three strategies to avoid giving up on hard tasks.
- Solve: (x + 4)/2 = 7.
- Reflect: how can school problems prepare you for real life?
🔴 Challenge
- Write an essay on why problem solving is essential in the 21st century.
- Research how engineers solve real-world problems.
- Create a project showing solutions to plastic waste.
- Debate: are all problems solvable?
- Write a persuasive speech about persistence in problem solving.
- Research how problem solving works in medicine.
- Solve: 2x + 3y = 17 when x = 4 and y = 3.
- Create a case study of a historical problem solved.
- Research how astronauts solve emergencies in space.
- Write a diary entry as a scientist solving a discovery.
- Debate: is creativity more important than logic in problem solving?
- Research how problem solving helps in leadership.
- Create a game that involves solving challenges.
- Write about how technology creates and solves problems.
- Research how math models solve real-world issues.
- Write a reflection on overcoming failure in problem solving.
- Compare human problem solving with AI problem solving.
- Create a project solving a community issue.
- Reflect: how has your problem-solving improved this year?
- Propose three new ways schools can teach problem solving.