Are you looking for a resource that can help your preschool, pre-k and kindergarten students identify the size of a problem? These Big Problem Little Problem Scenarios will help your young learners differentiate between small, medium, and big problems.

Helping your students see that not all problems are equal, is a great first step in helping our young learners deal with problems that occur in preschool or daycare.

♡♡♡ Did you know this resource is part of a Preschool Conflict Resolution Activities | BUNDLE? & my Size of the Problem |BUNDLE?

Why help young learners understand Big Vs Small Problems?

Having an understanding of big problems vs little problems will allow your young learners to see that not all problems are the same; therefore, our reactions will defer according to the size of a problem.

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What’s Included in this Big Problems vs Little Problems resource?

1. A Detailed Lesson Plan

A comprehensive lesson plan included to help facilitate this lesson. No planning needed!

2. A Display Poster (8.5 x 11 inches)

A easy to refer to visual reminder for your classroom

3. Big Problem Little Problem Scenarios Sorting Activity

21 Big, Medium & Small Problem Scenarios for your young students to sort. An excellent discussion activity! Included are also 9 possible reaction cards to help guide discussion.

4. Print and Go Worksheets (4 pages)

Reinforce learning with these fun worksheets.

5. Comes in full color and black & white version.

The CASEL SEL Competencies Covered?

1. Self-management is the ability to manage one’s emotions, thoughts, and behaviors effectively in different situations and to achieve goals and aspirations. This includes the capacity to delay gratification, manage stress, and feel motivation and agency to accomplish personal and collective goals.

2. Responsible decision-making is the ability to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations. This includes the capacity to consider ethical standards and safety concerns and to evaluate the benefits and consequences of various actions for personal, social, and collective well-being.

Looking to add to your Unit on Conflict Resolution? Check these resources out:

• Conflict Resolution Games for Preschoolers

• Conflict Resolution Clip Cards

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Are you looking for a Big Problem vs Little Problem activity to add to your Unit on Size of the Problem? These big problem-little problem worksheets will help your students differentiate between small and big problems; thus, helping them match the level at which they react to the severity of a problem.

Helping your students see that not all problems are equal, is a great first step in helping them deal with problems that occur in preschool, kindergarten or daycare.

Did you know that, this resource is also part of my Size of the Problem |BUNDLE?

What’s included in this Big Problem vs Little Problem Worksheets resource?

• 16 Big Problem Little Problem Worksheets highlighting what is a big problem and what is a small problem, size of the problem vs reaction, how can you respond to a small/big problem

• Types of Size of the Problem Worksheets: 

2 x Cut & Sort - Big vs Small Problem

1 x Circle Big Problem or Small Problem

3 x Matching Activity

1 x Does the Problem and reaction match? Yes or No

2 x How can you respond to a big/small problem? Draw your answer.

1 x Things I can do if there is a problem at school - coloring sheet

3 x Draw and Write ( 2 Versions: single line writing page & 1-inch handwriting lines)

** BONUS**

Color version of 8 these worksheets –for those who want to laminate or place in clear reusable dry erase pockets to reuse year after year.

How to Use these Big Problem Little Problem Worksheets?

Option A:

For students already reading, this can be an independent activity for your classroom centers.

Great for reinforcing Size of the Problem or Problem Solving Concepts already learnt.

Option B:

For younger students or students not yet reading, these big problem little problem worksheets can be used with small groups or one to one work with an individual student. This allows you to delve into discussions in a fun and interactive way.

The CASEL SEL COMPETENCIES supported by this resource are:

1. Social Awareness- Being able to put themselves in another’s shoes and see the other’s point of view.

2. Responsible decision-making is the ability to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations.

Don’t hesitate to email me if you have any questions:

Sara@sparkinterestwithsara.com

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Copyright ©Spark Interest with Sara. All rights reserved by author, Sara-Jane Lai. This product is intended for classroom and personal use ONLY. It is to be used by the original purchaser only. No part of this document may be distributed, posted on the internet, copied, edited, or resold. All contents of this document are under copyright protection. Please respect all the hard work of myself and all the talented artists who helped create this product.

Are you looking for a Big Problem Little Problem activity to add to your Unit on Problem Solving? These big problem vs little problem clip cards will help your students differentiate between small and big problems; thus, helping them match the level at which they react to the severity of a problem.

Helping your students see that not all problems are equal, is a great first step in helping them deal with problems that occur in preschool. 

Please note: This resource is also part of my Size of the Problem |BUNDLE

What’s included in this Big Problem vs Little Problem Clip Cards?

•24 Big Problem Little Problem Clip Cards (4 per page)

•Versions: PDF Color and Black & White

When to use these Big Problem-Little Problem Clip Cards?

•Use these clip cards together with a small group or with an individual. 

•Use at the beginning of the school year or as a review after a break.

•Great addition to your Unit on Problem Solving. 

How to use these Big Problem vs Little Problem Clip Cards?

Option A:

For students already reading, this can be an independent activity for your classroom centers.

Great for reinforcing the concept of Size of the Problem they have already learnt.

Option B: For younger students or students not yet reading, these clip cards can be used to stimulate small group discussions or one to one work with an individual student. This allows you to delve into discussions in a fun and interactive way.

The CASEL SEL COMPETENCIES supported by this resource are:

1. Social Awareness- Being able to put themselves in another’s shoes and see the other’s point of view.

2. Responsible decision-making is the ability to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations.

Don’t hesitate to email me if you have any questions:

Sara@sparkinterestwithsara.com

**Please remember to leave feedback, as it helps you earn credit toward future purchases and helps me to continue creating high-quality resources!**

Terms of Use

Copyright ©Spark Interest with Sara. All rights reserved by author, Sara-Jane Lai. This product is intended for classroom and personal use ONLY. It is to be used by the original purchaser only. No part of this document may be distributed, posted on the internet, copied, edited, or resold. All contents of this document are under copyright protection. Please respect all the hard work of myself and all the talented artists who helped create this product.