Raise a Confident, Strategic Problem-Solver
Nurture self-worth and help your child thrive with positive self-talk and personal strengths.
Developing SuperHuman
Problem-Solving Skills
Expert-designed, research-backed, and ready to bring
life-changing skills into everyday learning.
Course Overview
Problem-Solving Skills
Master essential techniques to deconstruct and address complex problems.
Decision-Making
Enhance critical thinking for smarter, more effective solutions.
Collaboration
Strengthen teamwork abilities to improve collective problem-solving.
Innovative Thinking
Explore advanced strategies like Root-Cause Analysis and Design Thinking.

Course Badges

Unlocked After
Completing 1 Module
Hawk – The Spotter
This badge shows you're learning to rise above the noise and identify what really matters — just like the high-flying Hawk.


Unlocked After
Completing 2 Module
Sky Serpent – The Dreamer
You’re dreaming up ideas that others never imagined. The Sky Serpent represents your ability to think beyond the obvious — that’s your superpower.


Unlocked After
Completing 3 Module
Saber Toad – The Decider
This badge proves you’re no longer guessing — you’re deciding with clarity. Like the Saber Toad, you wait, think, and then make your move.


Unlocked After
Completing 4 Module
Thunder Lynx – The Finisher
You’ve earned this badge by doing the hard part — acting. The Thunder Lynx shows you have the courage to try and the wisdom to reflect.

Meet the Course Creator

Dr. Jim Dolson
Dr. Jim Dolson, EdD, is an accomplished business leader deeply devoted to education at all age levels. With extensive experience across diverse industries and unwavering dedication to teaching, he is the ideal candidate to develop an outstanding curriculum tailored to middle-school students.
As a parent himself, Dr. Dolson understands at a personal level the significance of engaging and impactful learning experiences. His expertise as an instructor at multiple universities highlights his ability to inspire minds and bring out their full potential.
Driven by a genuine passion for education, Dr. Dolson excels at creating a well-rounded curriculum that challenges and nurtures students' growth. His successful tenure as a K12 Superintendent reflects his commitment to fostering confident and academically empowered individuals.
Families can trust Dr. Dolson’s expertise to provide an exceptional educational journey for students, ensuring they receive the best possible learning experience that prepares them for a successful future.

Lauren Hudak
Lauren Hudak is an educator with over eight years of experience. After graduating from the University of Virginia with degrees in English Literature and Media Studies, she went on to get her Masters in Teaching from New York University.
Lauren has worked with all ages of students from Pre-K through college, but she thrives when working with middle schoolers. She believes this is the perfect age to integrate mindfulness, technology, and social emotional learning into student learning objectives. She wants to help students conquer their fears and build a better world.
When she’s not teaching, Lauren loves being outdoors, traveling and spending time with her family.

Dr. Kymberli Barker
Dr. Barker is the single mother of two fantastic young men, and they are her priority in life. She holds degrees in biochemistry, math, forensics, and psychology. She is a consultant and a professor at multiple colleges, teaching with the Citadel and Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, in psychology, criminal justice, and neuroscience, and providing international educator training.
Her psychology specializations are police, the US Military, and first responders. Her personal focus is child advocacy. She developed the Guardian ad Litem (GAL)/CASA program for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and is tribally and state sworn as a GAL.
She lives at the beach with her newly adopted puppy, and they both love playing in the water. Her favorite thing is being a mom.
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Developing SuperHuman Problem-Solving Skills
Problem-Solving Steps
Problem-Solving Steps
Facing a tough challenge? Whether it’s at school or in everyday life, problem-solving skills can help you tackle it! Here’s a simple, 5-step process to guide you:
- Define the problem – Understand exactly what’s wrong.
- Brainstorm solutions – Think of all possible ways to fix it.
- Research and choose the best option – Pick the solution that makes the most sense.
- Apply the solution – Put your plan into action.
- Evaluate the results – Did your solution work? If not, tweak it and try again.
You can solve any problem with confidence and creativity by following these steps. Ready to take on your next challenge? Try using the 5-step process and see how it works for you!