Oscar the Owl solve small problems in his school day. We are not writing code, but we are using important thinking skills such as:
- problem-solving
- sequencing
- logical thinking
- empathy
- making better choices
The 4 Debugging Steps
When Oscar has a problem, follow these steps:
Step 1: Find the Problem
Ask yourself:
- What went wrong?
- What is the main problem?
- Who is affected by the problem?
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The problem is that Oscar...
Step 2: Name the Feeling
Think about how Oscar might feel.
He might feel:
- sad
- worried
- lonely
- angry
- embarrassed
- confused
- left out
- stressed
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Oscar might feel...
Step 3: Choose a Small Helpful Action
Think of one small thing that could make the situation better.
It should be:
- kind
- simple
- realistic
- possible to do at school
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A small thing that could help is...
Step 4: Create the Debugged Version
Now rewrite the situation with a better ending.
Show how the small action helped Oscar.
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Now Oscar can...