Get the Free Problem Solving Flashcards to Help learners practice choosing a next step in everyday problems

Practice real-life choices with simple prompts and supportive coaching for parents and educators

Problem Solving Flashcards

What's Included?

  • 3-page printable PDF with cut-out scenario cards and quick setup steps
  • 5-step activity guide to define the problem, choose an outcome, evaluate actions, discuss, and rehearse
  • Diverse real-life prompts (school, home, social) such as “You missed the bus,” “You can’t log into class website,” and “Friend is angry at you”
  • Designed for role-play with feedback to build confidence solving problems

What Can You Do With the Free Problem Solving Flashcards?

Build Practical Problem Skills

by walking through clear steps from problem to action

Reduce Decision Overwhelm

with simple cards that narrow choices and next steps

Coach With Confidence

by using prompts that guide discussion and rehearsal

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Problem Solving Flashcards

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FAQs

Can I print and reuse the cards?

Yes. Print the PDF, cut the cards, and reuse them as often as you like.

Do I need to teach a lesson first?

No. The quick 5-step guide is enough to run a short practice round.

How long does one round take?

About 5–10 minutes per card depending on discussion and rehearsal.

Is this only for school situations?

No. The deck includes home, community, and social scenarios as well.

Can this work one-to-one or in small groups?

Yes. It works for both and invites supportive feedback during practice.

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Who Created This Resource

We build simple, low-friction executive function tools shaped by lived neurodivergent experience and professional training, so you get clear steps that fit real life.

CHRIS HANSON  //  Founder of Life Skills Advocate

Hi, I’m Chris. I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and moved to the Seattle area in 2008. I am a neurodivergent adult and a former special education teacher. In 2019 I started Life Skills Advocate to create the kind of practical support I wished I had in high school and early adulthood.

I have about eight years of classroom experience and more than twenty years of lived experience with ADHD and anxiety. My work focuses on simple systems that reduce overwhelm at school, work, and home. I care about clear steps, realistic follow through, and tools that fit real life.

Outside of work I enjoy time with my wife and son, gardening, and racquetball. I am grateful for the community that uses our resources and shares feedback so we can keep improving together.

Chris 

AMY SIPPL  //  Content Specialist

Hi, I’m Amy, a Minnesota-based content specialist at Life Skills Advocate and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). I support families, educators, and adults with resources that make learning and daily routines easier.

I hold a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University and undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Family Social Science from the University of Minnesota. For over a decade I have worked with neurodivergent children, teens, and adults in home, school, and clinic settings.

My writing centers on practical strategies that respect autonomy and reduce overwhelm. I aim for clear explanations, doable next steps, and tools that help people use their strengths in everyday life.

Amy

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