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.

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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

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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

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Problem Detective

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Hallie Boviard

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