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Effective Social Problem Solving: Free Worksheets and Resources

As a Speech Language Pathologist and Social Emotional Learning expert, I understand the importance of developing social problem solving skills in individuals of all ages. These skills not only help us navigate through various social situations, but also contribute to our overall emotional well-being. In this blog post, I will provide you with free worksheets and resources that can assist you in enhancing your social problem solving abilities.

Understanding Social Problem Solving

Social problem solving can be defined as the process of identifying, analyzing, and resolving social conflicts or challenges. It involves a set of cognitive and emotional skills that enable individuals to effectively navigate through social interactions and find appropriate solutions to problems. The key components of effective social problem solving include:

  • Identifying the problem: Recognizing and understanding the social issue or conflict at hand.
  • Generating possible solutions: Brainstorming and coming up with different options to address the problem.
  • Evaluating and selecting the best solution: Assessing the pros and cons of each solution and choosing the most appropriate one.
  • Implementing the chosen solution: Putting the selected solution into action.
  • Reflecting on the outcome: Evaluating the effectiveness of the chosen solution and learning from the experience.

Developing social problem solving skills has numerous benefits. It enhances our ability to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts peacefully, and build positive relationships with others. It also promotes critical thinking, decision-making, and self-regulation skills.

Free Worksheets for Social Problem Solving

Worksheets are valuable tools in the development of social problem solving skills. They provide structured activities that guide individuals through the problem-solving process and encourage reflection and self-awareness. Here are some free social problem solving worksheets that you can utilize:

  • Worksheet 1: Identifying the problem: This worksheet helps individuals identify and define the social problem they are facing. It prompts them to describe the situation, their feelings, and the impact of the problem on themselves and others.
  • Worksheet 2: Generating possible solutions: This worksheet encourages individuals to brainstorm and list different solutions to the identified problem. It prompts them to think creatively and consider various perspectives.
  • Worksheet 3: Evaluating and selecting the best solution: This worksheet guides individuals in evaluating the pros and cons of each solution generated in the previous step. It helps them weigh the potential outcomes and select the most suitable solution.
  • Worksheet 4: Implementing the chosen solution: This worksheet assists individuals in planning and implementing the selected solution. It prompts them to outline the steps they need to take and consider any potential obstacles.
  • Worksheet 5: Reflecting on the outcome: This worksheet encourages individuals to reflect on the effectiveness of the chosen solution. It prompts them to evaluate the outcome, identify any lessons learned, and consider alternative approaches for future situations.

Additional Resources for Social Problem Solving

In addition to worksheets, there are various other resources available to support the development of social problem solving skills. These include:

  • Websites offering free social problem solving resources: There are several websites that provide free worksheets, activities, and games to enhance social problem solving skills. Some notable websites include EverydaySpeech, Social Thinking, and Teach Starter.
  • Books and articles on social problem solving: Many books and articles have been written on the topic of social problem solving. These resources offer in-depth information, strategies, and real-life examples to help individuals improve their skills. Some recommended books include “Social Problem Solving: Theory, Research, and Training” by Norman A. Sprinthall and “The Social Skills Guidebook: Manage Shyness, Improve Your Conversations, and Make Friends, Without Giving Up Who You Are” by Chris MacLeod.
  • Online courses and workshops: Online courses and workshops provide structured learning experiences that delve into the various aspects of social problem solving. These resources often include interactive activities, case studies, and expert guidance. EverydaySpeech offers a range of online courses and workshops on social emotional learning, including social problem solving.

Tips for Effective Use of Worksheets and Resources

To make the most of the worksheets and resources available, consider the following tips:

  • Setting clear goals and objectives: Clearly define what you hope to achieve through the use of the worksheets and resources. Set specific goals and objectives that align with your needs and desired outcomes.
  • Incorporating worksheets into daily routines: Integrate the worksheets into your daily routines and activities. This will help make social problem solving a regular practice and reinforce the skills learned.
  • Providing guidance and support during worksheet activities: Offer guidance and support as individuals work through the worksheets. Encourage open discussions, provide feedback, and help individuals reflect on their experiences and learning.

Social problem solving skills are essential for navigating through various social situations and promoting positive relationships. By utilizing free worksheets and resources, you can enhance your social problem solving abilities and improve your overall emotional well-being. Start your EverydaySpeech free trial today to access a wide range of social emotional learning resources, including social problem solving worksheets and online courses. Remember, developing these skills is a lifelong journey, so keep exploring and learning!

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Do you have kiddos who struggle with their social problem-solving skills? Teach your students the simple process of how to solve a problem along with having them review how well their solution worked or didn’t work.

Why Teach Problem Solving Skills?

Learning to problem solve is an essential skill that is used not only throughout childhood but also into adulthood. Social problem solving is the ability to change or adapt to undesirable situations that arise throughout our day.

On a daily basis, a child will encounter social problems that they will need to solve.

Anything from:

  • arguing with another student
  • to hurting a friend’s feelings
  • to having a difficult conversation
  • working with others

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Start with Small Problems

Many of the “problems” children encounter are often small problems which the child may be over-reacting to, such as wanting a different coloring crayon or wanting to be first in line, however, these small problems are still very real to the child.

Practicing problem-solving with these small problems can be a great learning opportunity. Children can practice problem-solving with a small problem which can help them learn how to handle bigger problems in the future.

Problem Solving Importance

Social problem-solving skills are critical to a child’s social interactions, personal and professional relationships. A child’s ability to handle change, cope with stress, and handle challenges improves with a child’s ability to successfully solve social problems.

The ultimate goal is that the child will be able to solve social problems all on their own, but until they can independently solve a problem they will need to learn how to communicate and self-advocate to positively solve their problems.  

Steps to Problem Solving

Children can be taught how to problem solve through a guided process of breaking down the problem and using simple steps to solve the problem.

Learning specific steps to problem-solving can allow children to remember how to solve a problem when they become overwhelmed or stressed.

Although learning to solve a problem independently can take some time and practice it is well worth the investment to have a child who can eventually solve most social situations in a positive manner on their own.

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Teach your students the 4 steps to becoming a social problem-solver.

  • Identify the problem. For instance, start by having your student identify the social problem.
  • Create three solutions. Also, have your student come up with three different solutions that they could use to solve the problem that they identified.
  • Identify the consequences. Then, identify the consequence for each individual solution.
  • Pick the best solution.  Lastly, have your student identify which of their three solutions is the best choice Then have your student put into words why they think that solution is the best solution.

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After your students go through the social problem-solver have them use the social problem-solving review form.

  • What happened.  For instance, after your student tried their solution have them explain what happened next.
  • Review the results. Also, have your student identify whether or not their solution got them the results they wanted.
  • Use this solution again. Furthermore, have your student identify whether or not they would use this solution again in the future to solve the same or similar problem.
  • What would you do differently? Finally, have your student explain what they would do differently if they didn’t get the results they wanted or if they wouldn’t use that solution again in the future.

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Use the 71 social problem-solving scenarios to have your students get great experience practicing how to solve a social problem.

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Watch this super cute wordless animation with your students and have them discuss the problem they see and how to best solve the problem.

Use this as a fun practice example to get your students started towards learning how to problem-solve.

Demonstrate Through Modeling

Model and discuss empathy.

First and foremost, children need to understand how another person might be feeling in a given situation in order to become a good social problem solver. The student needs to learn how to “stand in someone else’s shoes” for a little bit.

One way you can work on this skill is during the reading time you can focus on how a particular character in the story might be feeling.

Ask questions, such as:

  • “How do they feel right now?”
  • “How would you feel in that same situation?”
  • “Why do you think they feel that way?”

Model Problem-Solving Skills as the Teacher

When you are faced with a problem you can solve the problem by thinking aloud for the students to hear how you solve a problem.

You can state the problem, then come up with possible solutions, then identify the possible consequences to each solution, then pick and explain why a solution is the best option.

For example, you could say, “I was hoping to take the class outside for a stress walk around the track before the reading test, but the problem is that it is raining outside. I could still take you outside, but then you will get wet, or we could walk the halls, but then we’d have to be really quiet because there are other classes learning, or we could just skip the walk and take the reading test, but then you might not do as well on the test. I think based on all of those solutions the best solution will be to walk the hallway, but you guys will have to promise to be quiet so that we don’t disrupt other classes.

Modeling the problem-solving process can be very helpful for the students to watch, observe, and later implement themselves.

Teach Communication

Have students communicate how they are feeling.

Teaching your students to share their emotions in a respectful way can improve their ability to problem-solve.

Have students use an “I” sentence frame, such as, “I feel _____ (insert feeling word) when _____ (identify what made you feel that way).”

For example, “I felt sad when Jackson broke my favorite pencil” or “I was mad when I wasn’t picked to be first in line.”

This way students can communicate how they are feeling using honest and open communication. Teaching students to appropriately communicate their emotions can help solve some social problems from the beginning.

Encourage Independency

Encourage your student to problem solve.

If your student is struggling to problem solve independently encourage them to do so using open-ended questions.

  • “How could you fix this problem?”
  • “What would be a fair solution?”
  • “What would happen if you used that solution?”

Let the Student try to Problem Solve Independently

Give your students the space to try and solve their own problems using the guided strategies. Try not to come running to their rescue for every little problem.

Some problems are small and a great opportunity for the student to learn and practice. If an adult does all of the problem solving for a student then what are they really learning?

Give your students the time and space they need to practice solving small problems on their own. Of course, if it is a bigger or more serious problem then have an adult help guide the problem-solving process.

Tell an Adult

Remind your students that there are still some problems that are too big for them to solve on their own and that it is okay to get help from an adult to solve big problems.

For example, if the student doesn’t feel safe, someone is being hurt physically or emotionally, or if they tried to solve a problem independently but it didn’t work and they need help. Let them know that it’s okay to tell an adult.

Teach How to Disagree and How to Make Up

Discuss how to disagree respectfully.

Remind your student that they won’t always agree with their teacher, friends, classmate, or parents and that’s okay. Even the people we like might have different opinions, interests, and likes than we do.

However, even if we disagree with someone we should still treat them with respect. Treating someone with respect means to not call them names, ignore them, yell or hit them. It means that you do try to create solutions that both parties can agree with and to apologize when we hurt others’ feelings.

Role-Play How to Make Up

Practice in everyday life how to make up after a social problem .

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Have your students use task card scenarios to help them identify how they and others might feel in different social scenarios. Be sure to discuss the problem, identify possible solutions, identify the consequences of those possible solutions, and then based on those consequences pick the best solution.

Make social problem-solving a game by telling the students that they are social detectives and that it is their job to use what they know about social rules to help them identify the possible and best solutions.

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Are you looking for a fun way to help your young students develop problem solving skills? These 44 social scenario problem-solving tasks cards are exactly what you are looking for and will be a great addition to your preschool, pre-k or kindergarten classroom!

The social scenarios present common social problems that may occur in the classroom for our young learners. These social scenario problem-solving task cards will provide our young learners with the opportunity to discuss what problems may arise, empathize with others, consider how people are feeling and what to do when those situations occur.

What’s included in this Problem-Solving Scenarios resource?

•44 Social Scenarios (22 inside & 22 Outside)

•Versions: PDF Color and Black & White

•Guiding Questions -Use the Task Card Discussion Questions to guide meaningful discussions around each social scenario.

These questions encourage:

Identifying the problem.

Considering how the different people in the situation may feel.

Considering options to try and solve the problem.

What to do when it doesn’t work.

Who can you go to when you need help.

When to use these Problem-Solving Social Scenarios?

•Use these social scenarios with the whole class, small group or with an individual. 

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

How to use these Social Scenarios?

•Role play the scenarios and brainstorm ways to deal with each situation.

•Spotlight one scenario and have your students work in pairs or small groups to come up with possible solutions.

•Use scenarios as writing prompts.

•Use one scenario a day as a quick daily focus to reinforce problem solving skills.

•A great Think-Pair-Share activity.

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Using Task Cards to Teach Social Problem Solving

Social problem solving is the process of figuring out how to deal with social situations and challenges. It involves understanding the situation, identifying a problem, considering solutions, and choosing the best way to handle that specific situation. While many kids and young adults figure out how to maneuver through these social challenges on their own, others often needs lots of help. These are the kids who get into arguments with others, can’t deal with disappointments, become upset easily, or have difficulty making (or keeping) friends. The good news is that social problem solving skills can be learned and developed over time.

The best way to learn social problem solving skills is to practice over and over through multiple situations. This allows kids and young adults to go through the process and develop their social thinking skills. Task cards are a great way to practice a variety of scenarios for social problem solving.

Here are some strategies for using task cards for teaching social problem solving:

1. Put together a variety of social situations on task cards. You can make your own with index cards or use a pre-made set, like the Social Scenario Problem Solving Task Cards . Remember to include lots of different situations, such as times with friends, at recess, in the classroom, with family, at lunch, and any other scenarios that may be important for that child. They key is having many different social scenarios that involve dilemmas or challenges, so that kids can think through each problem in a new way.

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2. Put the cards on a ring. You can choose to just keep one set for yourself or give sets to partners and groups. Flip through them in a small group, during morning meetings, or during partners and group practice.

Social Problem Solving Task Cards. Task card reads: You see a friend handing out birthday invitations, but you do not get one. What do you do?

3. Give time for group discussions. Kids learn best from other kids! Allow time for lots of talk on each task card. Discuss things like “What would you do?”, “Why would you do that?”, and “What are some other options you could consider?”. Kids and young adults will disagree sometimes, and that’s okay. Allow for kids to explain their thoughts and really think through their social reasoning. This gives opportunity for social and emotional growth while learning from others.

Social Problem Solving Task Cards. Task card reads: You see someone climbing on the swing set. You know you are not supposed to do that. What do you do?

4. Set up cards at centers. Have a center for each different type of scenario. Have kids work through each center in small groups. Then, after a certain amount of time (10 minutes or so), have each group move to the next center. It’s a fun way to practice social problem solving while allowing some movement, too.

Social Scenario Problem Solving Task Cards. Task card reads: Someone in class keeps shouting out all of the answers to questions without raising their hand. It is annoying you. What do you do?

5. Remember to include older kids, too! Middle and high school kids can also greatly benefit from learning social problem solving skills. Make sure to tailor the situations to your age group. For older kids, it’s helpful to focus on friends, relationships, online and texting, in classes, and during less structured time like lunch and in the hallways. Older kids will have just as much fun practicing social situation task cards as long as they are age-appropriate.

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If you want to get started practicing social problem solving skills with elementary-age kids right away, try using Social Scenario Problem Solving Task Cards for Elementary.  The cards are organized into five different sets that target different situations: With friends, with family, in the classroom, at recess, and at lunch.

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If you need to practice this skill with older kids, try using Social Scenario Problem Solving Task Cards for Middle and High School . The social situation cards are organized into five different sets specific for older kids. Those situations include: With friends, with family, in classes, in the hallway and cafeteria, and online and texting.

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Fantastic idea. I am trying to do one for a child having difficulties with siblings.

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The Power Card Strategy is a game-changer, harnessing the magic of a child's interests and passions to inspire them to tackle the complexities of social interaction and problem-solving with newfound confidence. This invaluable resource is designed for dedicated teachers and caring parents seeking effective strategies to empower children and adolescents who grapple with social misunderstandings and emotional regulation challenges.

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    — { Social Scenario Problem Solving Task Cards } This is a pack of over 100 fun task cards that highlight social scenarios and situations that kids can discuss and identify how they would solve each situation. The cards are organized into five different sets that target different situations: With friends, with family, in the classroom, at ...

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    Worksheet 1: Identifying the problem: This worksheet helps individuals identify and define the social problem they are facing. It prompts them to describe the situation, their feelings, and the impact of the problem on themselves and others. Worksheet 2: Generating possible solutions: This worksheet encourages individuals to brainstorm and list ...

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    Social Skills | Problem Solving Scenarios Boom Cards™. $ 14.00. This multi-level BOOM CARDS™ deck features a variety of cards to improve students' social inferencing skills. Task cards feature 30 different scenarios with REAL PICTURES, both with and without answer choices. This deck is perfect for distance learning, speech teletherapy, or ...

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    Made by a dedicated team of teachers, these Social Skills Scenarios are a great way to get children thinking and talking about how their actions affect others. If you like, you could use them in one session, or you could stretch them out over a couple of weeks. They'd be perfect for use both at home and at school. We've included lots of colourful illustrations on these cards, all of which ...

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    Solution Kit: Home Edition. Use the solution kit cards as prompts to assist in problem-solving. This website was made possible by Cooperative Agreement #H326B220002 which is funded by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs. However, those contents do not necessarily represent the policy of the Department of ...

  19. Social Problem Cards Teaching Resources

    Social Problem-Solving Task Cards for SEL Skills and Activities. Created by . Pathway 2 Success. Build skills for social problem-solving by getting your students talking! Use these 100 task cards to highlight social scenarios and situations that teach social emotional skills at the very same time. Your students can discuss and identify how they ...

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    This is a set of Social Skills Problem Solving Task Cards for upper elementary grades! Designed specifically for girls! Activities are on half a page, so they're easily cut and laminated to make the task cards. There are 7 pages (14 cards in all) with situations that deal with social media and technology, mean behavior, boys, and friend drama.