Both of our Social/Emotional Learning curriculums have a problem solving component:

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For grades K, 1, & 2, students learn the Second Step Problem-Solving Steps.

• S: Say the Problem (without blame)

• T: Think of Solutions (that are safe and respectful)

• E: Explore Consequences (what could happen if...)

• P: Pick the Best Solution (and make your plan)

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For grades 3, 4, & 5, students learn to solve problems with The Blueprint.

• Describe what happened using the RULER Skills:

  • Recognize & Label: How did I feel? How did the other person feel?​

  • Understand: What caused my feelings? What caused the other person's feelings?

  • Express & Regulate: How did I express and regulate my feelings? How did the other person express and regulate their feelings?

  • Reflect & Plan: What could I have done to handle the situation better? What can I do now?

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Some additional resources can be found below:
 

• Kelso's Choices: a great resource for students to identify WHAT to do when they have a small problem

• 12 Videos for Teaching Kids about Friendship: ranging from just over 1 minute to 10 minutes long

• A Shy Person's Guide to Making Friends at School: 6 great tips for kids to use to make friends - Great for upper-elementary with comic strip visuals included

• PBS's video hub on Friendship

• Books that Heal Kids' list of recommended book about friendship

• Supporting Friendship Skills & Empathy in Your Child