In our Learning for Life Boosts, students are learning that not all problems are the same size. Some are tiny and easy to handle, while others are much bigger and need adult help. By learning to recognize the “size” of a problem, children can choose the best way to handle it.

We use this chart in class, and you’ll see it here so you can talk about it at home, too:

• 🌬️ Windy Problem (Tiny Problem) – “No biggie!” Something small you can handle on your own.
  Example: Forgetting a pencil, you can just borrow one.

• 🌧️ Rainy Problem (Small Problem) – Still something you can solve by yourself.
  Example: Spilling water on your desk, you can clean it up with a paper towel.

• ⛈️ Stormy Problem (Medium Problem) – You may need an adult’s help.
  Example: A friend says something unkind at recess, you can use an “I feel” statement or take a break first. If it keeps happening, talk to your teacher or TA. 

• 🌪️ Tornado Problem (Big Problem) – An emergency where safety is at risk. You must get an adult right away.
  Example: Someone is getting hurt on the playground.
  
  

💡 At Home Tip: Try using this language with your child when problems come up. You can ask, “Is this a windy, rainy, stormy, or tornado problem?” This helps kids pause, think about the size of their problem, and figure out if they can solve it on their own or need help.