Community Problem Solvers

Identifying and solving community problems develops civic awareness and critical thinking.

Framework: EYFS
Unit: EYFS Community Helpers
Learning area: Understanding the World
Level: EYFS Reception

Objectives

Identify a community problem and propose a helper-based solution

Materials

Problem scenario cards
Solution planning sheets
Drawing materials

Instructions

1. Present a problem: 'The playground is messy.'

2. Ask: 'Which helpers could help? How?'

3. Children draw or write their solution plan.

4. Present plans to the class.

5. Vote on most creative solution.

Educator tip

Accept all solutions without judgment—focus on creative thinking.

Assessment

Assess against Early Learning Goals (ELGs). Document evidence of 'expected' or 'exceeding' descriptors. Note: independent application of skills, ability to explain reasoning, and capacity to build on prior learning. Assess problem identification, logical solution planning, and presentation skills.