Newsela Problem Solution Graphic Organizer

March 11, 2024

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Help students think through problems, solutions, and next steps

Use this organizer to help students identify problems, record solutions, and reflect on what makes a solution effective.

Printable Classroom Uses

Make problem-solution thinking visible

Use the organizer before discussion, during inquiry, or as a planning tool for written responses.

Problems

Identify the problem

Students name the issue, challenge, or question at the center of the topic they’re studying.

Solutions

Record possible solutions

Students track solutions they find and connect each one back to the problem it addresses.

Reflections

Think about what might work

Students add comments, questions, concerns, or predictions about how effective each solution may be.

Writing support

Move from notes to response

Students can use their notes to discuss the topic or plan a written response about the strongest solution.

Newsela Problem Solution Graphic Organizer

Problem and solution graphic organizer

Graphic organizer preview

Help students think through problems, solutions, and next steps

Use this organizer to help students identify problems, record solutions, and reflect on what makes a solution effective.

Printable Classroom Uses

Make problem-solution thinking visible

Use the organizer before discussion, during inquiry, or as a planning tool for written responses.

Problems

Identify the problem

Students name the issue, challenge, or question at the center of the topic they’re studying.

Solutions

Record possible solutions

Students track solutions they find and connect each one back to the problem it addresses.

Reflections

Think about what might work

Students add comments, questions, concerns, or predictions about how effective each solution may be.

Writing support

Move from notes to response

Students can use their notes to discuss the topic or plan a written response about the strongest solution.

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