Problem solving skills and strategies of characters in problem oriented children's books

Children's literature works are works prepared by considering the developmental characteristics of the child and the world of emotions and thoughts. Children who read qualified children's literature works can develop their creative aspects by using these works, learn to demonstrate solution-oriented approaches, improve their literary taste and understanding, and acquire bibliotherapy. The ten problem-oriented children's literature works examined in this study, Sınıfta Kalanlar Okul Açtı, Daralan, Babamın Gözleri Kedi Gözleri, Savaşı Bitiren Sinek, Korsan Kitap Çetesi, 35 Kilo Tembel Teneke, "Kırmızı Fil'i Gördünüz mü?", Yaşlı Fil ve Lir Kuşu, Düşlerin Peşindeki Çocuk, Bir Şeftali Bin Şeftali, the books were examined by the document review method in terms of research strategy, metacognitive strategy, cognitive strategy, affective strategy, attention strategy, repetition strategy, support strategy, strategies that increase understanding and understanding. As a result of the examination, 9 research strategies, 13 attention strategies, 0 repetition strategies, 7 affective strategies, 11 cognitive strategies, 25 metacognitive strategies, 32 support strategies, 15 strategies that increase understanding and making sense were identified. In particular, the use of cognitive and metacognitive strategies used for self-realization, developing creativity and giving space to new schemes will help to establish a positive identification in the reader. Progressive steps have been taken in solving problems with the help of affective strategy and motivation, which are used by the correct use of emotional intelligence, a support strategy that allows you to use the power of struggle, which serves to take strength from other people. Attention strategies enabled the characters to notice the problem. Research strategies and understanding making sense strategies enabled the person to be mentally and actually active. Children's books, which are among the resources that children can benefit from during their education and development processes, will be very useful for the child when they are prepared according to the child and the educational system is prepared in a way that is appropriate to their approach. Children should be guided by teachers and families, without ignoring certain educational and developmental qualities. Key words: Children's literature, problem-orientation, character, problem-solving skills, strategy.