Flexible Thinking Social Story Growth Mindset + Reflexion
by Autismaid © 2026
Price: $5 USD
Subjects: socialAwareness,socialAspectsOfCommunication
Grades: 13,1,2,3
Description
Help students learn to adapt, try new ideas, and stay calm when things don’t go as planned with this interactive flexible thinking social story deck. This Boom Cards resource includes: • Boy and girl versions of the 10-page flexible thinking social story • Clear explanations of flexible vs. rigid thinking • Simple strategies to handle changes and challenges • 6 self-reflection typing questions • 10 Interactive “Is this a flexible thinking thought?” yes/no sorting cards • Real-life school scenarios for generalization Students will learn to: ✔ Try a different way when something doesn’t work ✔ Stay calm when plans change ✔ Think about more than one solution ✔ Handle mistakes without getting stuck ✔ Use flexible thinking in real-life situations This deck includes optional audio reading on each page using a clear, child-friendly voice. Students can: • Listen to the story being read aloud • Follow along with highlighted text • Build reading confidence • Access support for independent work Audio supports emerging readers, special education students, and learners who benefit from auditory processing support. Perfect for: • SEL lessons • School counseling • Special education • Autism support • Flexible thinking and problem-solving skills • Whole-class or small-group work This resource supports flexible thinking, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and independence in K–3 learners.
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