These are valued learnings in a democratic society. Finally, by evaluating the problem-solving process, children assess their choices and mistakes and learn to be independent evaluators of their work. Problem solving becomes a cycle of learning when mistakes are made and different solutions have to be tried. This discovery process allows children to construct their own learnings. Experiences with these sorts of problems promote learning in young children.
Problem solving is a way to make sense of the environment and, in fact, control it.
The process allows children in an increasingly diverse world to be active participants and to implement changes. By including problem solving in the early childhood classroom, we equip children with a life-long skill that is useful in all areas of learning. Bredekamp, S., ed. Developmentally Appropriate Practice. Britz, J., and Richard, N. Problem Solving in the Early Childhood Classroom.