Executive Functioning Essentials

This template is meant to be used in conjunction with a class project, essay, test, or quiz. It guides students through the process of: Identifying and gathering the necessary materialsResearching and locating relevant digital or printed resourcesDividing the assignment into smaller tasksReflecting on their grade, EF skills, self, and/or the assignment as a whole once it is completed.

Teach students how to plan smarter—not harder—with this Backward Mapping lesson and activity. This resource helps middle school students break down assignments, projects, and test preparation into clear, manageable steps while building essential executive functioning and study skills. Perfect for students who feel overwhelmed or don’t know where to start, this activity guides them step-by-step through planning backwards from a goal to create a realistic, actionable plan. Perfect For:Middle schoo

Enhance your students' creativity, responsibility, note-taking abilities, research abilities and time management skills with this project. Start by having students take Cornell notes on a class-wide article to promote engagement and note-taking practice. Then, let them independently research, take notes and create a final product based on a topic of their choice. Give the project an authentic touch by having students send their product to a travel agency, professional climber, gear shop, or othe

HW tracker to use as a "one-sheet wonder" to show assignments with due dates. I have used this while mentoring, coaching, and teaching students in class and at study hall. Remember to have students check off the activities once completed so that they stay motivated!

This end of the year checklist product includes:End of the Year Checklist with checkboxes and opportunities to clean and reflect. This checklist emphasizes executive functioning skills and preparing for the summer. Thank you notes for students to share their appreciation for certain teachers and staff Self-reflection from the school year that focuses on growthLocker cleaning checklist with step by step guide, pre/post reflection, and teacher signature spaceSummer planning guide with must/want to

I use this template for study hall and in academic skills. This supports students who have missing assignments piling up or students who need a "one-sheet wonder" to stay on top of assignments Start by writing in classes that have upcoming or missing assignments in. Then, write in 1-3 assignments with due dates (when they were due or are due). Prioritize top “must dos” by writing numbers 1-3. Examples of priority assignments are ones that are worth more points or activities that build on one an

Engage and motivate your middle school students with our captivating Independent Early Finisher Coloring Pages. Designed specifically for independent work, these thoughtfully crafted pages feature mesmerizing mandala images paired with empowering motivational quotes. Perfect for moments when students complete assignments ahead of schedule, these coloring pages provide a productive and calming outlet for creativity and self-expression. Key Features:Stimulating Mandala Designs: Our coloring pages

Looking for a fun and engaging way to celebrate the end of the school year and welcome the summer months? Our "End of the School Year & Into Summer Activities" bundle for upper elementary students to 6th grade is the perfect solution. This bundle includes a range of exciting and interactive activities, designed to encourage reflection, creativity, and fun. Here's what's included:Memory Wheel: Encourages students to reflect on their favorite moments from the school year and create a colorful a

This product includes two variations of the student vision board template and a handout with ideas and prompts. The ideas and prompts page can either be printed for individual students or displayed for everyone to view. The vision board templates can be utilized in a variety of ways, such as: cutting and pasting images from magazines or online sourcesdrawing and writing descriptions of imageswriting down bulleted ideas in the provided boxes.

Why? It is a question used by 3 year olds, 100 year olds, and everyone in between, yet it can be one of the hardest questions to answer. This checklist gives students a list of essential steps and elements needed to adequately answer. This can be used by students when writing or when answering verbally.

This is a fun supplementary activity that can engage students during free time or if they finish their work early. Each worksheet has a small symbol or drawing for students to add to to make their own picture. Once a picture is created, the student will describe their drawing by writing a short story, describing the image, or any other creative writing.