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Students will learn to identify different-sized problems, choose appropriate responses, practice coping strategies, and build essential problem-solving skills through interactive games, discussions, and role-play activities. \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAligned with \u003cstrong\u003eASCA and CASEL standards\u003c\/strong\u003e, this ready-to-use curriculum is perfect for Tier 2 school counseling groups. Students will strengthen self-management skills, develop effective coping strategies, and gain confidence responding appropriately to everyday challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSize of the Problem Group Outline:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Size of the Problem Introduction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ignoring Small Problems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asking for Help\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coping Strategies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e Managing Reactions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reflect and Practice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActivities Included:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScavenger hunt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrashketball game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Guess the Problem\" drawing game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSocial story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscussion dice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoping strategy activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRole-play scenarios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScoot game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharades\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake-home reference cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHere is what's included each week:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutlines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy-to-implement outlines with ASCA and CASEL-aligned objectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Rules:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suggested and DIY Group Rules poster so students can help establish expectations for the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeelings Check:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feelings Check poster to help students identify and reflect on their emotions at the beginning of every session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Assessments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre and post-group self-assessments make progress monitoring and data collection simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngaging games and activities:\u003c\/strong\u003e Everything you need is included for each session. Simply print, prep, and you're ready to meet with students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Students receive take-home reminder cards to reinforce strategies learned during the group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefiting Students:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach session helps students recognize that problems come in different sizes and teaches them how to choose an appropriate response. Students practice identifying when to ignore a problem, solve it independently, ask a trusted adult for help, or use healthy coping strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy participating in this Size of the Problem small group, students will strengthen their emotional regulation, improve problem-solving skills, build confidence in handling challenging situations, and develop strategies they can use both at school and at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSaving Time:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith easy-to-follow outlines, engaging activities, and all materials included, this Size of the Problem curriculum is extremely low-prep. Simply print each week's materials before your group begins and you're ready to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included pre- and post-group self-assessments make it easy to collect meaningful data and share student growth with teachers, administrators, and families. The reusable activities and clear instructions allow you to use this curriculum year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is this Group Designed For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eSize of the Problem\u003c\/strong\u003e small group is designed for elementary students who need additional support with emotional regulation, coping skills, and problem-solving. 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