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Trying a New Approach
When your first approach isn't working, try a different one — being flexible about strategies is part of being a good learner
Suggested ages 7–8
Evidence of understanding
- When stuck on a problem, try a completely different approach rather than repeating the same method — e.g. drawing a picture instead of writing equations
- Describe a time they changed strategy mid-task and explain why the new approach worked better
- Accept that their first idea might not work and show willingness to start over with a fresh plan
Assessment prompt
If Trying a New Approach tries one way to solve a problem and it isn't working, do they try a different approach rather than just repeating the same thing?
Standards alignment
No external standards are linked to this topic.