Examples
Jacob tends to be rigid. He has a set way of how things should be and gets upset when things don't go his way. He struggles with...
flexibility
This is a skill that allows you to put objects into logical spots and keep things orderly. It makes it easier to find what you need.
Organization
Aldrich would rather think about cars, soccer, drawing or anything than school. As a result, he has trouble learning new information in his classes and achieving better grades. What is something Aldrich could do to help him focus?
use a fidget
take movement breaks
change where he sits
ETC
An person who has trouble being flexible may struggle with:
a) being organized
b) keeping friends
c) doing math problems
d) completing work on time
b) keeping friends
what is the first step in the writing process?
brainstorming ideas
Reid tends to blurt out whatever is on his mind in school, at home, and with friends. He tends to interrupt others. He needs to improve his...
response inhibition
This executive functioning skill helps you respond to things in a timely fashion, and to accurately predict how long an activity can take.
Time management
June would rather spend time with friends on using electronics than completing homework. Her parents don't really understand what goes on at school anyway. As a result, she frequently forgets necessary items for school and when she has tests, sporting events, or dr. appointments. What could she do to help remember her assignments and important events?
use a planner
set an alarm
use a luggage tag
ETC
Someone with poor time management skills would struggle most with
a) completing homework
b) focusing in class
c) being on time to important events
d) making friends
c) being on time to important events
this tool can help you plan your writing before you begin
outline
Allison loves to daydream. Frequently, she is unable to answer a question others ask her because she wasn't listening. Allison needs to work on....
This skill involves controlling your impulses, thinking before you act, and making good choices
response inhibition
Danielle's room looks like a tornado has gone through it. Her backpack practically explodes with random papers and folders when she tries to open it. What are some ways she could improve her organization?
luggage tag
separate folders
binder tabs
weekly backpack clean out (same day each week)
ETC
Someone who has trouble with sustained attention may have trouble with:
a) long-term memory
b) self-control
c) learning new information
d) being too curious
c) learning new information
what are three questions you can ask to help expand a sentence and make it more detailed?
who
did what
when
where
why
how
Your friend, Anna, is struggling to plan her big art project. Tell her about backwards planning (imagine your backwards planning worksheet).
visualize the final product
list the steps to make it look like your picture
list the materials you need
start working (work your plan)
this skill involves not giving up, determination to succeed and planning to reach your goal.
goal-directed persistence
Alexis has a writing assignment, and she doesn't know how to get started. What could she do?
ask for help
backwards plan
start with brainstorming
Someone who is disorganized does not usually
a) lose things
b) have any friends
c) try new things
d) have a backpack where they can easily find things
d) have a backpack where they can easily find things
what are two ways you can break up a run-on sentence?
add ending punctuation and separate the sentences OR connect the sentences with a conjunction
Antwon likes to live in the moment. Why worry about things tomorrow, next week, or even 5 minutes from now? As a result, he is often unprepared for tests and frequently doesn't turn in assignments. Antwon could improve his ability to .....
plan
This executive functioning skill involves the ability to manage your feelings effectively. It also involves the ability to delay an action or to think before acting.
self-control
It's Sunday afternoon. Timmy has a science test tomorrow, a paper due Wednesday and a math worksheet due Wednesday. How should he prioritize his work? What should he do each day leading up to Wednesday?
1 possible answer:
Sunday: study for science & brainstorm/outline paper
Monday: first draft of paper
Tuesday: finalize paper & do math worksheet
A person who struggles with planning might be
a) organized
b) disorganized
c) on time
d) unpopular
b) disorganized
name 4 things you should look for when editing/revising
capitalization
punctuation
grammar
spelling
missing words
vocabulary
run-on sentences
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