The one thing all of us have in common is that we have to solve problems and challenges of various degrees and complexities.A lucky few among us always seem to resolve complex problems successfully by thinking critically and logically. Still, even the most talented problem solvers need practice (and experience!) to develop and perfect this skill.Blake wants to sell his brother, Braden, to another family. Savannah wants to fight Mary over an insult. Braden sooo wants to sneak out of class to play kickball.The characters in this fast-paced story face conundrums that make each of them consider solutions that are inappropriate, ill-advised or irresponsible.Fortunately, some good old-fashioned fatherly advice coupled with a tried-and-true strategy for solving problems keeps everyone safe and satisfied. This story introduces and encourages readers to use SODAS (Situation, Options, Disadvantages, Advantages, and Solution) as a way to logically and thoughtfully figure out how to solve any problem, from the silly to the serious.Award-winning author and school counselor Bryan Smith's teaching style come through in this insightful tale from his wildly popular Executive FUNction book series. The series skillfully weaves skill teaching into humorous story-lines to help readers become flexible thinkers, problem solvers and self-managers. Tips for parents and educators are included at the the end of the storybook to help children learn how to become problem-solving pros!The series also includes:What Were You Thinking?My Day is Ruined!It Was Just Right Here!Of Course It's a Big Deal!Time to Get StartedHow Did You Miss That?I'll Never Get All of That Done!Fix It with FocusHow Do I Remember All That?
✔ Author(s): Bryan Smith,Lisa Griffin
✔ Title: What's the Problem?: A Story Teaching Problem Solving (Executive Function)
✔ Rating : 4.8 out of 5 base on (139 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1944882383
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about What's the Problem? by Bryan Smith
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