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20+ Homework Strategies for Parents

December 13, 2022 by pathway2success Leave a Comment

Homework can be a big source of frustration for kids and parents at home. Even more, it can be a challenge that carries over from home to school when the child doesn’t complete the work and is behind in class. If your child is struggling with homework, read through these strategies and give some a […]

Filed Under: Back to School, Executive Functioning Skills, Special Education, Study Skills Tagged With: homework, organization, study skills, tips for parents

15+ Ways to Teach Executive Functioning Skills

April 2, 2019 by pathway2success 2 Comments

Over 15 ways to teach executive functioning skills to kids and young adults to help them plan, organize, manage time, learn study skills, pay attention, and more. Helpful tips and tricks for educators and support staff to help students be successful in middle and high school. #executivefunctioning #studyskills #pathway2success

In many ways, strong executive functioning skills are the foundation for success. These are the mental processes that help learners plan through assignments, organize materials, initiate a task, manage time well, stay focused, try new strategies when stuck, and persevere until the completion of a goal. If you think about it, those skills are important […]

Filed Under: Executive Functioning Skills, Special Education, Study Skills Tagged With: executive functioning, growth mindset, high school, middle school, organization, special education, study skills, studying, teens

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Being able to disconnect from our phones and devic Being able to disconnect from our phones and devices is an important skill. Reducing technology use can help teens and young adults improve focus, build relationships, strengthen social skills, and give time for new experiences.

Keep in mind that disconnecting isn’t about abandoning technology use entirely. Instead, it’s about using meaningful strategies to help us become more present, focused, and connected. It’s something we ALL can learn from.

❤️ Comment "digital" below and I'll send you a link to a free lesson to help kids and teens learn about managing their device time.
4 ways to start a mindful morning: Positive affir 4 ways to start a mindful morning:

Positive affirmations - Say positive statements to yourself aloud. You can start by introducing phrases and eventually kids can make their own individual lists.

Practice gratitude - Identify some things you are grateful for. Try to remember both the big things and the little things. They both matter!

Connect with nature - Spend a few minutes outside. If you can't get out there, take a moment to watch outside the window. Even just watching a bird fly by can feel incredibly calming.

Mindful breathing - Use mindful breathing activities to set the stage for a calm body and mind.

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🧠 Could your students use a boost with attention s 🧠 Could your students use a boost with attention skills? Help kids and young adults build their focus strategies toolbox!

Attention skills are so incredibly important. While we each have our own unique attention strengths and challenges, the good news is that we can learn and build supports to help us along the way.

❤️ Comment "send me the link" below and I'll message you this attention strategies bundle.

This set uses evidence-based approaches for teaching executive functioning skills. Here are some of the activities included:

✅ Attention lessons to teach about attention skills, why they matter, and what strategies we can use to boost our abilities.

✅ Focus journal with over 200 engaging prompts to put skills to the test.

✅ Attention scenario cards and slides for extended practice in real-life situations.

✅ Focus bulletin board to provide visual reminders about attention strategies.

✅ Focus strategies wheel craft as a learning tool and reminder for attention supports.

✅ Attention and focus coloring pages.

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Executive functioning skills are not just academic Executive functioning skills are not just academic skills. We use these abilities all the time - when we're shopping at the store, chatting with a friend, or completing daily chores.

Yes, it's absolutely true that executive functioning skills support academics and learning, but they open the door to so much more too.
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