Size of the Problem | Social Story Self Control & Regulation
by Box of OT © 2026
Price: $2 USD
Subjects: ot,sel,autism,activitiesOfDailyLiving,playSkills,executiveFunctions
Grades: 2,3,4,5,6
Description
Help students learn to match the size of their reaction to the size of the problem! This neurodiversity-affirming social story walks students through a simple, color-coded system for understanding that problems come in different sizes and so should our reactions. Written in first person with clear, simple language, this social story teaches students to identify four sizes of problems and learn what a matched reaction looks like for each one. Real-life examples on every page help make abstract self-regulation concepts concrete and relatable for young learners. Students learn that: š¢ Small problems ā I can take a deep breath, stay calm, and solve it myself š” Medium problems ā I can use a calming strategy, talk to an adult, take a break š“ Big problems ā I need to tell an adult right away and use my coping tools š£ HUGE problems ā I need to get help immediately and get to a safe place š¦ What's Included - 18-page social story in first-person, kid-friendly language - Color-coded problem sizing system (small, medium, big, and HUGE) - Real-life examples for each problem size that students can relate to such as dropping your pencil, not being picked first for a game, getting bullied, or a fire at school - Matched reaction strategies for each problem size
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