There’s a proven problem-solving kids’ process for figuring out how to achieve such a goal. • Step 1: Set a clear goal. • Step 2: Determine the gap between the goal and the current situation. • Step 3: Form a hypothesis about how to close the gap and achieve the goal. 3A List as many options and ideas as possible. 3B Select the best ideas as the hypothesis. • Step 4: Check the hypothesis. Go back to step 3 if the hypothesis is disproved. 4A Determine the analyses and information required to test the hypothesis. 4B Analyze and develop action plan.
