Lesson Plan
Problem Detective Lesson Plan
Students will become “Problem Detectives” by identifying and categorizing everyday feelings and problems as big, medium, or small, then choose appropriate coping strategies.
Building self-awareness of problem size helps young learners regulate emotions and select fitting solutions, laying groundwork for lifelong social-emotional skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Problem Sizes
5 minutes
Step 3
Scavenger Hunt
10 minutes
Step 4
Group Discussion & Categorization
5 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet Reflection
3 minutes
Step 6
Cool-Down
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Problem Detective
What Is a Small Problem?
What Is a Medium Problem?
What Is a Big Problem?
Let’s Practice!
Scavenger Hunt Time!
Group Discussion
Worksheet Reflection

Script


Activity


Worksheet


Warm Up


Cool Down

