Problem Solver Pocket Cards
Print on cardstock, cut along dashed borders, and laminate for student pocket or desk tags.
4 Cards per Sheet
When a problem pops up... Desk Card
Use STEP!
S T E P
🧘 Pause • 🌬️ Breathe • Solve it one step at a time
S
Say the problem
Use calm words. Tell what happened without blaming.
T
Think of solutions
List ideas that are safe and respectful.
E
Explore consequences
What could happen if you try each idea?
P
Pick the best solution
Choose a safe, fair idea. Try it and see if it helps.
⭐ I can pause, think, and choose!
Ask a trusted adult for help anytime.
When a problem pops up... Desk Card
Use STEP!
S T E P
🧘 Pause • 🌬️ Breathe • Solve it one step at a time
S
Say the problem
Use calm words. Tell what happened without blaming.
T
Think of solutions
List ideas that are safe and respectful.
E
Explore consequences
What could happen if you try each idea?
P
Pick the best solution
Choose a safe, fair idea. Try it and see if it helps.
⭐ I can pause, think, and choose!
Ask a trusted adult for help anytime.
When a problem pops up... Desk Card
Use STEP!
S T E P
🧘 Pause • 🌬️ Breathe • Solve it one step at a time
S
Say the problem
Use calm words. Tell what happened without blaming.
T
Think of solutions
List ideas that are safe and respectful.
E
Explore consequences
What could happen if you try each idea?
P
Pick the best solution
Choose a safe, fair idea. Try it and see if it helps.
⭐ I can pause, think, and choose!
Ask a trusted adult for help anytime.
When a problem pops up... Desk Card
Use STEP!
S T E P
🧘 Pause • 🌬️ Breathe • Solve it one step at a time
S
Say the problem
Use calm words. Tell what happened without blaming.
T
Think of solutions
List ideas that are safe and respectful.
E
Explore consequences
What could happen if you try each idea?
P
Pick the best solution
Choose a safe, fair idea. Try it and see if it helps.
⭐ I can pause, think, and choose!
Ask a trusted adult for help anytime.