They lose materials.
Start but don't finish.
Avoid hard tasks.
Struggle with planning.
And have big reactions to small problems.
These aren't character flaws. They're executive functioning skills — and they can be taught.
Our Executive Functioning at a Glance PDF gives you a clear, structured way to build those skills one lesson at a time.
Each lesson breaks down a core skill into simple, practical strategies kids can actually apply. Topics include:
Working Memory
Attention Control
Impulse Management
Emotional Balance
Flexibility
Task Initiation
Organization
Time Management
Goal Setting
Prioritization
Problem Solving
Wise Choices
Ready-to-use worksheets and activities to reinforce each executive functioning skill.
Prompts to strengthen executive functioning skills like focus, planning, and self-control.
Discussion starters, mini-projects and scenario journal prompts to further build stronger executive functioning in everyday life.
Visually breaks down all 12 Emotional Intelligence skills in a beautifully designed pyramid.
Some tools try to control behavior. This one builds the skills behind it.
Instead of constant reminders or reward charts, students learn how to plan ahead, stay organized, manage big feelings, break tasks into steps, and finish what they start.
The goal isn’t getting through today.
It’s helping kids handle tomorrow on their own.
Print it once and use it in classrooms, counseling sessions, or daily routines.
Quick 10–15 minute lessons for advisory, SEL blocks, or morning meetings. Print and teach.
Perfect for RTI, executive skills groups, or focused strategy sessions.
Use in one-on-one or small group counseling to teach planning, regulation, and follow-through.
Build organization, goal-setting, and independence into your weekly routine.
Create smoother homework time and more consistent daily habits.
Directly targets planning, organization, task initiation, and emotional regulation.
A practical system trusted in classrooms and homes all over the world
“I’ve tried a lot of executive functioning tools over the years and this is one of the few that actually sticks. The lessons are simple but my students really get it. I like that I can reuse them during the year too.”
Allison R.
6th Grade Teacher
Wyoming
“Homework was honestly a battle most nights. This helped my son see what he was doing wrong (without me always pointing it out). Breaking things into steps has made a big difference for us.”
Daniel K.
Parent
Calgary, AB
“I use this with a few of my middle school groups and it’s been really helpful. Executive functioning can be hard to explain, but this makes it easier for kids to understand and talk about.”
Andrea S.
School Counselor
North Carolina