Building Resilience Through Problem-Solving Skills

Year 6 Health Education Learning to tackle challenges with confidence

What do you do when you face a problem?

Think about a recent challenge you faced How did you handle it? Did you feel confident or worried?

Why Problem-Solving Skills Matter

Help us feel more confident when facing challenges Reduce stress and worry Build our resilience and inner strength Give us control over difficult situations

The 5-Step Problem-Solving Process

Step 1 & 2: Identify and Brainstorm

Step 1: What exactly is the problem? Be specific and clear about what's wrong Step 2: Think of ALL possible solutions Don't judge ideas yet - just brainstorm!

Practice Time: Scenario Challenge

Work in pairs with your scenario card Use steps 1-2 to identify the problem and brainstorm solutions Share your ideas with the class Remember: All ideas are welcome!

Steps 3, 4 & 5: Choose, Try, and Reflect

Step 3: Pick the best solution for your situation Step 4: Put your plan into action Step 5: Think about how it worked What would you do differently next time?

Building Your Resilience Toolkit

'Every problem is a chance to grow stronger and wiser' Problem-solving skills help you: • Stay calm under pressure • Feel more confident • Learn from challenges