Problem Solving from Problem Solving by EVT Kids

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Problem solving
Understand, plan, solve, and check.
Problem solving
Understand, plan, solve, and check.

1. Understand, understand.
The first step in problem solving is to understand.
I will read a question.
What is the problem about?
What do I need to find out?
What important information do I need?

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2. Plan, plan.
The second step in problem solving is to plan.
Is the problem like one,
I have solved before?
Can I draw a picture or use manipulatives?
What strategy will I be able to use?

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3. Solve, solve
The third step in problem solving is to solve.
Estimate what’s reasonable.
Using pictures, numbers, and words.
It’s time to do the math.
Implement the strategy that you chose.

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4. Check, check.
The fourth step in problem solving is to check.
Does my answer make sense?
I can look back.
Does my estimate match?
I can justify and explain my answer.

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