Description Ages: 5-12 Grades: K-5th Author: Rachele Ellsworth, M.S., CCC-SLP Strengthen Critical Thinking with the Problem Solving – Double Dice Add-On Deck! Help students develop the logical thinking, resourcefulness, and emotional awareness needed to solve everyday challenges. The Problem Solving – Double Dice Add-On Deck gives learners engaging, hands-on practice in identifying problems, brainstorming solutions, and recognizing helpful resources—while also exploring the feelings associated with each situation. With 54 realistic scenarios and 216 follow-up questions, students gain repeated opportunities to sharpen their problem-solving skills in a variety of contexts. What Skills Are Targeted? Logical Thinking – Analyzing situations and determining reasonable solutions. Resource Identification – Recognizing people and tools that can help. Emotional Awareness – Considering feelings involved in problematic situations. Decision-Making – Choosing solutions and evaluating their outcomes. How It Works: Set Up the Cards – Place nine cards face down on the table. Roll the Dice – A student rolls the double dice. Match the Shape – Flip the card that matches the shape on the outer die. Read the Prompt – Use the inner die number to select one of the four questions on the card. Respond – The student discusses, role-plays, or writes out solutions to the scenario. Each large, colorful 3″ x 5″ card features a photograph and a short description of a problem, followed by four thought-provoking questions. Why Choose the Problem Solving – Double Dice Add-On Deck? Focused Skill Building: Strengthens reasoning, resourcefulness, and emotional intelligence. Interactive Format: Keeps students engaged through hands-on learning. Versatile Use: Ideal for classrooms, therapy sessions, or at-home skill-building. Endless Replay Value: Different responses and discussions each time you play. Note: This is an Add-On Deck. The double dice is not included, but can be purchased separately: 2 Pack: DD-100 1 Pack: DD-105 What’s Included: ✔️ 54 large-format playing cards (3″ x 5″) with photos and 4 problem-solving prompts per card (216 total!)✔️ Answer cards, direction card, and game variation cards✔️ Durable storage tin for easy organization Equip your students with the tools to think critically and solve problems—one scenario at a time—with the Problem Solving – Double Dice Add-On Deck!
