Spot the Problem

In this worksheet, students read different school-based situations and determine whether each one represents a real problem or something minor that can be ignored. The activity helps learners distinguish between issues that require adult help and everyday annoyances that can be managed independently. Students practice critical thinking as they evaluate whether actions such as losing an item, accidental bumps, loud talking, or teasing need intervention. This worksheet promotes emotional regulation by teaching students not to overreact to small frustrations. It also strengthens decision-making skills by helping learners identify when a situation truly calls for problem-solving. The activity supports classroom behavior expectations and reduces unnecessary conflict.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social-Emotional Learning – Identifying Problems and Non-Problems

SEL – Emotional Regulation and Response Control

English Language Arts – Reading Situations for Key Details

SEL – Independent Problem-Solving

This worksheet is part of our Problem Solving in Social Situations Worksheets collection.