Let’s go through each problem one by one and think of a good solution.
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Problem 1:
You are at the check out counter in a store to pay for something, and you are a few cents short of how much money you need. What can you do?
→ Think: You’re almost there — just missing a little bit. Maybe you can ask someone nearby if they have spare change. Or maybe you can put back a small item to lower the total. Another idea: ask the cashier if you can round down or come back later with the extra cents (though that’s not always allowed). The most common and polite solution is to ask a friend, parent, or even a kind stranger if they can lend you the few cents.
✔ Solution: Ask someone nearby — like a parent, friend, or even the cashier — if they can lend you the few cents you’re short.
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Problem 2:
You are about to go out somewhere with a new friend, when an old friend calls you with an emergency. What can you do?
→ Think: This is tricky because you don’t want to hurt either friend’s feelings. But emergencies are important. You should be honest and kind. Tell your new friend what happened — most people will understand. Then help your old friend if it’s truly an emergency. If you can, maybe reschedule with your new friend for another time.
✔ Solution: Politely explain to your new friend that you have an emergency to handle, and offer to reschedule. Then call or meet your old friend to help them.
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Problem 3:
It has been pouring all day. Your dog is restless because he hasn’t gotten any exercise. What can you do?
→ Think: Dogs need to move around, even when it rains. You can’t take him outside safely in heavy rain, so find ways to tire him out indoors. Play fetch in a hallway, teach him tricks, use puzzle toys, or set up an obstacle course with pillows and chairs. Even 10–15 minutes of active play inside can help calm him down.
✔ Solution: Play indoor games with your dog — like hide-and-seek, tug-of-war, or teaching new tricks — to give him mental and physical exercise without going outside.
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Final Answer:
Problem 1 Solution:
Ask someone nearby — like a parent, friend, or even the cashier — if they can lend you the few cents you’re short.
Problem 2 Solution:
Politely explain to your new friend that you have an emergency to handle, and offer to reschedule. Then call or meet your old friend to help them.
Problem 3 Solution:
Play indoor games with your dog — like hide-and-seek, tug-of-war, or teaching new tricks — to give him mental and physical exercise without going outside.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of problem and solution worksheet 5th grade.
