Discussing flexibility is one of the most powerful ways elementary teachers can help young students build essential executive function skills. As part of executive function instruction, teaching flexibility helps students develop the ability to shift their thinking, adapt to new situations, and problem-solve when things don’t go as expected. When we give students the tools […]

Helping students strengthen working memory is one of the most impactful ways to improve academic performance and support overall executive function development. Working memory allows students to hold and manipulate information in their minds while completing tasks—whether they’re solving a math problem, following multi-step directions, or participating in a class discussion. By integrating executive function […]

Reflective writing is one of the most powerful tools educators can use to help students build metacognitive awareness and strengthen their executive function skills. In the high school classroom, reflective writing not only improves student engagement but also becomes a key strategy in teaching executive function skills like planning. In this blog post, we’ll explore […]

One of the most common challenges elementary teachers face is figuring out how to improve student organization—especially in grades 1 through 4. From messy desks and overflowing backpacks to scattered thoughts during writing assignments, disorganized students often struggle in multiple areas of learning. But these behaviors are more than just typical forgetfulness; they often point […]