Smart Little Solvers Plan
A comprehensive lesson plan for teaching first graders a four-step problem-solving process using puzzles and real-world scenarios.
Smart Solvers Slides
A bright and engaging slide deck for first graders, introducing the four-step problem-solving process and guiding them through activities.
Mixed Up Puzzle Cards
A collection of 6 large-piece picture puzzles (Sunny Day, Happy House, Playful Puppy, Bright Flower, Red Apple, Fast Car) for hands-on problem-solving practice.
Story Problem Scenario Cards
A set of 6 colorful scenario cards that present simple, relatable story problems with illustrations to guide students through the four problem-solving steps.
Solution Worksheet
A four-step graphic organizer for students to apply the problem-solving process (Understand, Plan, Do, Check) to any story problem.
Teacher Observation Checklist
A teacher rubric and observation tool for tracking student progress on problem-solving steps, perseverance, and collaboration during the lesson.
Problem Pose Warm Up
A quick 3-minute think-pair-share warm-up activity to practice the Understand and Plan steps of problem solving.
Reflection Exit Ticket
A short reflection tool for students to evaluate their own learning and use of problem-solving steps at the end of the lesson.
Problem Solving Steps Chart
A bright and clear anchor chart displaying the four problem-solving steps (Understand, Plan, Do, Check) with icons and simple explanations.