When your plan gets flipped like a pancake, what EF skill helps you stay calm and try a new way?
What is flexible thinking?
This EF skill helps you find your homework instead of digging through a backpack jungle.
What is organization?
You have homework, volleyball, and dinner. What EF skill helps you decide what to do first?
What is prioritizing?
What EF skill helps you remember directions like “Get your notebook, then sit down quietly”?
What is working memory?
True or False: Everyone’s brain works the same way.
What is False?
You want to shout out an answer SO BAD. What EF skill helps you wait your turn?
What is impulse control?
You’ve got a math worksheet, but you'd rather draw. What EF skill helps you get STARTED anyway?
What is task initiation?
This EF skill helps you break a big project into bite-sized steps.
What is planning?
You just gave a presentation. What EF skill helps you reflect on how you did?
What is self-monitoring?
What word means that people have different kinds of brains and learn in different ways?
What is neurodiversity?
Your game didn’t go your way and you’re about to rage-quit. What EF should you use to stay cool?
What is emotional control?
Name one school supply that helps you stay organized.
What is a [planner/binder/folder/etc.]?
Which of these helps you study better: A) watching Netflix, B) reading in a quiet space, C) jumping on a trampoline?
What is B) reading in a quiet space?
Mr. Gaines says: “First, put away your fantasy book, then grab your math notebook, and finally line up quietly.” What EF skill are you using to remember all that?
What is working memory?
Name one way to support a friend who learns differently than you.
Accept any kind response
A toddler throws spaghetti after hearing "No dessert!" What EF skill could help them chill?
What is emotional control or impulse control?
When the teacher says, ‘Take out your assignment,’ and you panic.” What EF skill could prevent this moment?
What is organization?
What EF skill is this tool supporting?
What is planning or prioritizing?
You’re taking a math test. You double-check your multiplication using two strategies, and review your answers when you’re done. What EF skill are you using?
What is self-monitoring?
Why is it great that we all have different strengths and challenges?
What is it helps us learn from each other / makes teams stronger / brings creativity / helps us work together?