TITAN Primary

Problem solving is a big part of our everyday lives. From deciding what shoes to wear, to crossing the road in a safe place - all these decisions help us to lead successful lives.

In this section, you will start to understand all the decisions that you will need to make on your new journey to school. And how you can solve any problems along the way.

Follow these steps to identify and solve a problem:

1 - Predict the problem

Think about the problems you could face before they happen.
For example, you could forget your bus pass or the bus might break down.

2 - Identify the problem

Work our exactly what the problem is and the effect it will have.
For example, the bus hasn't turned up so you're going to be late for school.

3 - Find solutions

Think about what you can do to help with the situation.
For example, you can either get the next bus or find another way to get to school.

4 - Take action

Decide on the best action for you to take.
For example, check the bus timetable online or electronic information boards at the bus stop and get the next bus.

5 - Evaluate

Did you solve the problem? How could you prevent it from happening again?
For example, you were 10 minutes late for school, but you had already told school and your family.

When travelling on your own, you are going to have to make some decisions that may affect your journey. Have a go at this game about making safe choices on the Think! website (opens new window) and see if you can make it to school safely.

Practice makes perfect

You should now know how to start solving problems on your own. A problem can seem like a disaster at first. But the more you get used to solving problems, the easier it becomes and the more confident you'll feel.

Have a go at making a list of all the decisions you've made today. Could you have made any different choices for a better outcome?