Sometimes, we all overreact to small problems, or we ignore a problem that should be dealt with. In order that we learn to react in an expected way to a problem, it is important to learn to gauge the size of a problem. When we can figure out how big our problem is, we can figure out the best way to solve it.
Here is an example of a boy who acted in an unexpected way to his problem:
We all know that phoning 911 is not an expected response when you don’t like your bedtime!
How about this problem? Are the people reacting in an expected way?
How can you know the expected way to react to a problem? Let’s start by looking at problems, from the littlest ones to the biggest ones.
The smallest type of problem is called a glitch. A glitch can be ignored.
This cat is a champion at ignoring this pig!
Next you have a small problem. You can solve a small problem yourself, or ask friend to help you.
Watch how this brother helps his little sister.
Then, there is a medium sized problem. You will need help from an adult to solve this problem, often from a parent or teacher.
When you have a big problem, you need to get outside help from a professional. Its important to not ignore a big problem, or to think that you can solve it yourself, because it will only get bigger.
A dentist is a professional who can help you with your big problem.
An emergency is the biggest type of problem. When you have an emergency, you need to call 911.
This 3 year old girl, Emma, called 911 and saved her mother