Social Problem Solving Skills
A worksheet for 3rd graders to practice social problem-solving skills, including identifying problems, brainstorming solutions, and choosing the best outcome.
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Social Problem Solving Skills
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Read each situation carefully. Think about the problem and how the characters might feel. Then, answer the questions about how to solve the problem.
Scenario 1: Sharing Toys
Maya and Leo both want to play with the same red truck at playtime. They both grab it at the same time and are starting to pull. Neither of them wants to let go.
1. What is the problem?
2. How do you think Maya and Leo are feeling?
3. Brainstorm two different ways Maya and Leo could solve this problem.
Solution 1:
Solution 2:
4. Which solution do you think is the best for Maya and Leo? Why?
Maya keeps the truck because she saw it first.
They could take turns playing with the truck.
A teacher decides who gets the truck.
Leo takes the truck and runs away with it.
Why is your chosen solution the best?
Scenario 2: A Friend is Sad
Your friend, Sarah, looks sad during recess. She is sitting alone and not playing with anyone. You usually play with her, but today she just wants to be by herself.
5. What is the problem?
6. How do you think Sarah is feeling?
7. Brainstorm two different ways you could help Sarah.
Solution 1:
Solution 2:
8. It is always best to let a friend be alone if they are sad.
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False
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