Detective Briefing Teacher Guide
A comprehensive teacher guide for a Kindergarten lesson on problem sizes. Includes a hook, instructional steps, discussion prompts, and differentiation strategies centered around the 'Problem Detectives' theme.
Problem Meter Anchor Chart
A visual anchor chart illustrating the 'Problem Meter' with three levels: Small (Pebble), Medium (Speed Bump), and Big (Mountain). Includes icons and action steps for each level to help students match their reactions to the problem size.
Problem Patrol Worksheet
A student worksheet for identifying problem sizes. Includes six common classroom scenarios for students to categorize as Small, Medium, or Big, plus a creative drawing area.
Crayon Case Story
A short social narrative story for Kindergarteners about 'Benny the Problem Detective.' It follows Benny as he uses the Problem Meter to solve a 'Pebble' problem (broken crayon) and a 'Mountain' problem (a friend getting hurt).
Problem Patrol Answer Key
A teacher-facing answer key and discussion guide for the Problem Patrol Worksheet, including rationale for each scenario categorization.