Puppet Problem Solving

Problem solving is an important skill for children to acquire. A fun way for us to model problem solving in our classroom is by using puppets! The teachers observe real conflicts between children and will replay the conflict through puppet play! Today, teacher Andrea used our lizard Gerald and Gina the elephant to portray a problem. Gina and Gerald were playing outside. Gina missed Gerald a lot and was giving him a lot of hugs. Gerald told Gina that he needed some space and was going to play in the sandbox instead. Gina was sad. Andrea then asked the children for advice for the puppets.

Ellie: Maybe you could take a break because Gerald seems like he wants to take a break! You can play leap frog with another friend.

Ingrid: How about when they’re done, they can play?