Searching in New Places: Fill the Gap

Read about creative problem solving, then fill each gap with the word the passage uses.

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Creative problem solving means finding different and fun ways to solve a problem.

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Creative problem solving means finding different and fun ways to solve a problem. It starts by thinking about the problem and coming up with ideas, even if they seem a little silly! For example, if you can’t find your favorite toy, instead of just looking in the usual places, you might think about asking your pet where they last saw it or checking under the couch.

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This way of thinking helps you see new solutions and can make problem solving exciting!

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Which word does the passage use to complete this sentence? “Creative problem solving means _____ different and fun ways to solve a problem.”

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Which word does the passage use to complete this sentence? “This way of thinking helps you see new solutions and can make problem _____ exciting!”

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