When a Small Problem Turns Into a Big Problem A Friendship Social Story for SEL

Description

When a Small Problem Turns Into a Big Problem is a friendship-focused social story designed to help elementary students recognize when emotions escalate and learn how to calm down and solve problems more effectively.

 

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This social story helps children:

● understand the difference between small problems and big reactions

● recognize how strong feelings can make problems feel bigger

● learn calming strategies before responding

● practice problem-solving and repair instead of punishment

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The When a Small Problem Turns Into a Big Problem Social Story emphasizes regulation, perspective-taking, and independence while reducing unnecessary adult mediation.

 

What’s Included

● child-facing social story pages

● story-specific adult notes with guidance for introducing and using the story

● simplified version when appropriate

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This Resource Is Ideal For

● classroom SEL instruction

● counseling or social skills groups

● support for overreacting or frequent tattling

● home or family conversations

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This story is part of a larger Friendship SEL collection. Educators looking for a comprehensive set of friendship social stories and SEL tools may wish to explore the full Friendship SEL Kit.