Executive function is all about context. There are many reasons why a student may struggle with executive function, such as… Continue Reading »
Category: Executive Function
Executive Function and Dogs
Executive function has been shown to be a crucial cognitive process for the success of humans, whether school aged or… Continue Reading »
SMARTS After the Bell- Using Executive Function in Elementary School
Executive function strategies can empower students at any age. Don’t believe me? Take a look at how the students in… Continue Reading »
Executive Function in the IEP Meeting
IEP and 504 plans often contain the term “executive function” for students who are dealing with the impact of ADHD,… Continue Reading »
Having Fun with Executive Function
Would you rather ask a classroom of students to clean out their desks or walk across a bed of hot… Continue Reading »
I Hate Organization!
What does organization look like to you? One young student, when asked to draw a personal definition of organization, drew… Continue Reading »
Visualize Executive Function
“Place your attention in the center of your body. You may want to close your eyes. Take a few breaths… Continue Reading »
Strategies for Time Estimation
Have you ever asked a three-year-old how long it takes to cook dinner? Estimates may range from 5 minutes to… Continue Reading »
Cognitive Flexibility for Christmas
Cognitive flexibility is an essential area of executive function; students who struggle to think flexibly are often rigid and easily… Continue Reading »
Music and Executive Function
The next time one of your students complains about having to practice the piano, just tell them that they are… Continue Reading »