Helping young children understand the size of a problem is an important foundation for emotional regulation and problem-solving.

These Big vs Small Problems Worksheets are designed to give preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten students clear, repeated practice identifying big problems and small problems, and thinking about how their reactions can match the situation. Through simple visuals and structured activities, children begin to learn that not all problems are equal.

👉 This resource is included in the Big vs Small Problems Activities Bundle for Preschool & Kindergarten, making it easy to support learning with hands-on activities, discussion, and follow-up practice.

🌱 What your students will practise

• Identifying the size of a problem

• Understanding the connection between a problem and a reaction

• Thinking through appropriate responses

• Building early emotional regulation and problem-solving skills

These worksheets work especially well as reinforcement after explicit teaching.

What’s included in this Big vs Small Problems worksheet resource

This download includes 16 Big vs Small Problems worksheets, featuring:

• 2 × Cut & Sort – Big vs Small Problems

• 1 × Circle – Big Problem or Small Problem

• 3 × Matching activities

• 1 × Does the problem and reaction match? (Yes or No)

• 2 × How can you respond to a big/small problem? (Draw your answer)

• 1 × Things I can do if there is a problem at school (colouring page)

• 3 × Draw & Write pages

  • 2 versions included: single-line writing & 1-inch handwriting lines

Bonus:

• Colour versions of 8 worksheets, ideal for laminating or using in reusable dry-erase pockets.

👩‍🏫 How to use these worksheets

• Independent practice for students who are ready to work on their own

• Small group or one-to-one support for guided discussion

• SEL reinforcement following circle time or explicit instruction

👶 Teacher-friendly details

• Designed for Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten

• Low-prep and print-and-go

• Ideal for centres, small groups, or intervention

• Supports emotional regulation and early problem-solving skills

Don’t hesitate to email me if you have any questions:

Sara@sparkinterestwithsara.com

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