Task Initiation

This 45-minute small-group workshop guides 9th grade students through practical strategies for task initiation using interactive posters and structured peer feedback. Important for building executive function and organization skills, this Tier 2 session helps students break down tasks, choose starting points, and self-monitor. Components include a lesson plan, slide deck, Peer Feedback Carousel activity, Task Choice Matrix worksheet, and Start-Up Self-Check cool-down.

This lesson focuses on executive functioning skills, specifically work completion, for 7th-grade students. It aims to equip students with strategies to manage tasks effectively, enhancing their academic performance and personal organization. This single 30-minute session will provide practical tools and insights to help students improve their ability to complete tasks efficiently.

This two-part 45-minute lesson empowers 7th graders to independently initiate tasks using clear strategies and visual prompts. Students will practice breaking tasks into steps, use timers, and reflect on their confidence in starting work. Ideal for Tier 1 classroom support to boost executive function and organizational skills.

This lesson introduces 6th graders to the concept of executive function skills, focusing on organization and time management. Through engaging activities, students will learn the importance of these skills in managing both short and long-term assignments. This foundational lesson is crucial as it sets the stage for developing strategies that will aid students in their academic and personal lives.

A small-group intervention focused on breaking down assignments into micro-tasks and using timers to prompt initiation. This Tier 2 lesson for 5th graders runs in one 30-minute session and helps students build executive function skills for task initiation through structured micro-task breakdown, engaging activities, and timed challenges.

This lesson is designed for a first-grade student who tends to avoid tasks. The goal is to encourage the student to engage in and complete their work within a 15-minute session. The lesson will include a short lesson plan, a slide deck, a worksheet, a discussion, and an activity to make the session interactive and engaging.

In this 20-minute Tier 1 lesson for Special Education students in grades 2-4, learners will explore various ways to start tasks, brainstorm effective beginning strategies, and select the best one to enhance task initiation and engagement.

In this one 60-minute individual session for a 1st grade student with ASD, students will practice executive functioning skills—task initiation, sustained attention, and flexible transitions—using fun, interactive home-based activities with lots of visual supports. This session is crucial for building independence and confidence in completing tasks with minimal prompting.

In this 30-minute individual support session, 9th grade students will learn strategies to plan, initiate, and complete tasks effectively. This targeted lesson helps students build time-management and organizational skills critical for academic success and personal growth.

This lesson introduces first-grade students to executive functioning skills through a fun and interactive activity followed by a worksheet. Executive functioning skills are crucial for students as they help with planning, focusing attention, remembering instructions, and juggling multiple tasks successfully. By engaging in this lesson, students will begin to develop these foundational skills in a supportive and enjoyable environment.

This series of lessons is designed to help 7th-grade students improve their work completion skills. Each lesson focuses on a different aspect of work completion, such as time management, goal setting, prioritization, overcoming procrastination, and seeking help. By developing these skills, students will be better equipped to manage their academic responsibilities and achieve their goals.

This 2-session lesson helps middle school students understand the differences and overlaps between executive function skills and organizational strategies. By exploring real-life examples, group discussion, and an interactive game, students will improve their self-management and prepare for academic success.

This lesson focuses on teaching 8th-grade students the essential skills of prioritizing and organizing tasks effectively. By engaging in experiential and active learning activities, students will learn how to manage their time and tasks efficiently, which is crucial for academic success and personal development. This lesson will help students reduce stress and improve productivity by learning to prioritize tasks and organize their schedules.

In this one-on-one Tier 3 coaching session, an 8th grade student learns to break down complex assignments into manageable steps, prioritize tasks, and track progress using the Task Juggler system. These sessions build executive function and organization skills essential for academic success. Each 20-minute session includes a warm-up quiz, guided coaching script, a Task Breakdown Organizer worksheet, and a progress self-check.

This 6-week program is designed for 8th grade students to develop skills in organization, task initiation, and coping with learning anxiety. Each session is 10 minutes long and includes a variety of activities to engage students and reinforce learning.

In this three-session series, 6th-grade students will develop executive function skills by learning material organization strategies, ensuring they can participate effectively in class and reliably take homework home. Each 20-minute session builds practical, hands-on techniques for sorting, planning, and maintaining their school materials.

In this single-session lesson, 5th graders learn strategies to organize their physical and digital materials for assignments, building executive function and working memory skills. This Tier 1 classroom lesson includes an activity, slide deck, and a clear rubric to assess organization and material management success.

This lesson focuses on developing time management skills through interactive and engaging activities. Students will participate in a time management challenge that encourages them to prioritize tasks and manage their time effectively. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills for academic success and personal growth, helping them to become more organized and efficient in their daily lives.

This lesson is designed to help a fifth-grade girl with ADHD-combined type and Autism improve her executive functioning skills through quick and engaging activities using organizational tools. The lesson includes a short video segment, a brief activity, and a simplified worksheet to reinforce learning. By focusing on planning and organization, students will learn how using tools like planners and checklists can enhance their ability to manage tasks and improve focus.

This lesson is designed to help a fifth-grade girl with ADHD-combined type and Autism improve her executive functioning skills through quick and engaging activities using organizational tools. The lesson includes a short video segment, a brief activity, and a simplified worksheet to reinforce learning. By focusing on planning and organization, students will learn how using tools like planners and checklists can enhance their ability to manage tasks and improve focus.

This 3-session lesson is designed for a 25-year-old individual with ADHD, focusing on managing workload efficiently and prioritizing tasks. The lesson aims to equip the individual with practical strategies to enhance productivity and reduce overwhelm, using personalized approaches tailored to their unique needs.

In this engaging 30-minute lesson, 9th-grade students learn key organizational skills—including time management, workspace organization, and task prioritization—to boost academic success and reduce stress. This Tier 1 lesson equips all students with practical strategies and tools they can immediately apply to daily school life.

In this lesson, students will learn about executive skills and create a personalized checklist to help them manage their tasks and responsibilities. This lesson is important as it helps students develop self-management skills that are crucial for academic and personal success.

In this lesson, students will engage in interactive activities to develop organizational skills, specifically tailored for those with ADHD. They will create personalized 'Organization Stations' using various tools and strategies to help keep their work and thoughts in order. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical skills to manage their tasks and responsibilities effectively, fostering independence and reducing stress.

In this 60-minute Tier 2 small-group lesson for 6th graders, students learn to organize assignments by urgency and importance using the Eisenhower Matrix. This executive function strategy boosts self-management and helps students plan effectively by categorizing tasks. Includes explicit instruction, practice sorting activities, and guided discussion to reinforce prioritization skills.

A workshop designed for 7th-grade special education small groups, focusing on executive function skills—planning and prioritizing—using both digital and paper tools over a single 30-minute session. This lesson equips students with immediate organization strategies to transform chaos into clarity, boosting confidence and productivity.

This lesson focuses on teaching 7th grade boys essential executive functioning skills, such as organization, time management, and planning. The lesson is designed to be engaging and interactive, with a mix of activities, games, and a slide deck to facilitate learning. The session will last 25 minutes.

This lesson focuses on enhancing executive functioning skills in 4th-grade students through engaging activities and discussions. By incorporating project-based and experiential learning strategies, students will actively participate in exercises that promote skills such as planning, organization, and emotional regulation. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop essential skills for academic success and personal growth.

This lesson focuses on teaching a middle school student with ADHD effective strategies for improving organization. By using active and experiential learning techniques, the student will engage in activities that demonstrate the importance of organization and practice these strategies in a hands-on manner. This lesson is crucial as it equips the student with practical skills to manage their tasks and responsibilities more effectively, which can lead to improved academic performance and reduced stress.

This session focuses on teaching students the importance of organization as an executive functioning skill. Through active and experiential learning strategies, students will engage in activities that highlight the benefits of being organized in both academic and personal settings.

This 6-session lesson is designed for an 11th grader to enhance executive function skills, focusing on improving working memory and reading comprehension. These skills are crucial for academic success and everyday problem-solving, empowering students to manage tasks more effectively and improve their learning outcomes. Each session is 45 minutes long and includes a variety of engaging activities and discussions to reinforce learning.

This lesson engages students in a game-based and inquiry-based learning experience to enhance their organizational skills. Students will participate in a fun and interactive activity that simulates real-life scenarios requiring organization, followed by a reflective worksheet to consolidate their learning. This lesson is crucial for helping students with IEPs develop essential skills for managing their schoolwork effectively, fostering independence and confidence.

In this 60-minute one-on-one executive functioning session, Benjamin will learn to initiate tasks within one minute of instruction using engaging visuals, timers, and interactive games. This individualized Tier 3 lesson provides structured supports—prompt fading, a colorful checklist, and fun activities—to build independence and celebrate successes.

A scaffolded worksheet bundle for 6th graders to learn breaking projects into clear steps, improving organization and reducing overwhelm. This Tier 1 lesson includes a lesson plan, slide deck, and worksheet in a 30-minute session to boost executive function skills.

In this lesson, students will explore executive functioning deficits and their solutions. They will watch a video to understand the concept and then engage in a group activity to identify common challenges and brainstorm practical solutions. This lesson is important as it equips students with strategies to improve their executive functioning skills, which are crucial for academic and personal success.

This lesson helps 8th grade students improve their time management skills by identifying time-wasting activities and learning to prioritize tasks. Students will engage in collaborative and active learning activities to create a simple schedule. This lesson is crucial for developing executive functioning skills that are essential for academic success and personal growth.

This lesson focuses on enhancing executive functioning skills in third graders through a fun and interactive activity followed by a reflective discussion. Executive functioning skills are crucial for students as they help in planning, organizing, and managing tasks effectively. By engaging in this lesson, students will practice these skills in a supportive environment, which will aid in their academic and personal growth.

This lesson introduces high school freshmen to the concept of executive functioning, focusing on planning and organization skills. Through a game-based learning activity, students will engage in active learning to understand the importance of these skills in their daily lives. This lesson is crucial as it sets the foundation for developing essential life skills that contribute to academic success and personal growth.

A targeted small-group session to practice breaking down assignments into bite-size steps and create countdown checklists. Perfect for students who need structured prompts to kick off work. This lesson helps 6th grade students in a Tier 2 small group build task initiation skills by chunking tasks into manageable parts. One session, 30 minutes.

In this 45-minute Tier 1 lesson for 7th graders, students will learn strategies to kick off assignments effectively using cognitive tools and checklists. By the end, they’ll have practical routines and resources to launch tasks with confidence and reduce procrastination.

In this targeted small-group lesson, 7th graders learn concrete strategies like chunking tasks and using visual checklists to jumpstart assignments quickly and confidently. By introducing these executive-function tools, students gain practical skills that boost independence and reduce task-avoidance.

In this engaging 30-minute, one-session lesson, 7th graders will learn strategies for initiating and organizing tasks independently—an essential life and study skill that builds confidence and reduces procrastination.

This lesson engages 8th-grade students in an experiential learning activity to enhance their time management skills. Through a collaborative task, students will learn to prioritize and manage their time effectively, followed by a reflective discussion and an exit ticket to assess their understanding. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with essential skills for academic success and personal growth.

An individualized, one-on-one coaching session designed to help an 8th grade student with executive function challenges break down complex assignments into manageable steps, prioritize tasks, and improve follow-through. This Tier 3 intervention uses practical tools and check-ins to build lasting organizational skills in 20-minute sessions.

In this Tier 2 small-group lesson for 7th graders, students will learn to identify and verbalize the very first action needed in multi-step tasks. By focusing on task initiation skills, students will gain confidence and organizational strategies to start assignments effectively.

In this 10-minute individual session, a 5th grader will strengthen executive functioning and listening skills by practicing following multi-step directions through interactive discussion and a hands-on activity. This helps build classroom readiness, independence, and confidence.

In this 30-minute individualized session, 8th graders will develop key executive functioning skills—planning, organization, and self-monitoring—through fun, interactive challenges. Strengthening these skills helps students manage tasks more effectively and build confidence in academics and everyday life.

This Tier 2 small-group warm-up for 3rd graders helps students practice verbal mapping of steps in simple tasks, reinforcing task initiation phrasing. In 5 minutes, students will sequence actions and discuss starting points to boost executive function and organization skills.

This lesson series introduces 5th graders to ADHD and strategies for managing impulsivity. Through experiential, game-based, and cooperative learning, students will engage in activities that help them understand ADHD and develop skills to manage impulsive behaviors. This series is crucial for fostering empathy and equipping students with practical skills to improve their social and academic interactions.

A motivational session designed to help students overcome procrastination through proven psychological techniques and peer support. This lesson is crucial for empowering students to take control of their time and commitments, specifically tailored for a 10th-grade group. The session will last 50 minutes and is classified as Tier 2: Group support.

This lesson introduces 8th-grade students to the concept of prioritization, helping them understand how to manage tasks effectively. Through a combination of video content and experiential activities, students will learn practical strategies for prioritizing their tasks, which is crucial for academic success and personal growth.

In this two-session, 30-minute each intensive lesson, a 14-year-old student will explore why completing tasks matters and practice strategies for following through. Tailored as an individual Tier 3 support, it builds real-world skills through engaging activities and discussions.

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' executive functioning skills, specifically targeting goal setting, working memory, organizing/prioritizing, self-monitoring, and flexible thinking. Designed for a small group, this 15-minute session will provide practical strategies to improve time management, crucial for academic success and personal growth.

In this 50-minute special education social skills lesson, students learn to track and manage their missing assignments, building responsibility and organization. By engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and a fun game, students develop skills that will help them stay on top of their schoolwork and reduce stress.

This two-session lesson focuses on teaching students executive functioning skills, crucial for improving work completion and overall academic success. Through engaging activities, worksheets, and readings, students will learn strategies to enhance their planning, organization, and time management skills.

In this dynamic lesson, 7th graders learn quick-start hacks—like timers, cues, and mind mapping—to supercharge their task initiation skills. This Tier 1 Executive Function & Organization lesson provides practical tools students can use immediately to jump into work faster, boosting confidence and productivity.

This four-session, individualized 20-minute lesson series helps a 12th grade autistic student build executive function skills—planning, organization, time management, and self-monitoring—through targeted exercises and strategies. These sessions support IEP goals and leverage the student’s hyperfocus strengths in a Tier 3 setting.

This 15-minute individual lesson teaches 3rd graders the skill of task initiation—helping them get started on assignments independently. Students will learn simple strategies to overcome hesitation and begin tasks confidently, fostering greater independence and reducing frustration.

This 5-session lesson series on executive functioning is designed for 7th graders, focusing on essential skills like organization, time management, and self-regulation. These skills are crucial for academic success and personal development, helping students navigate school and life more effectively.

This 10-session individual lesson plan is designed for a 7th-grade boy, focusing on enhancing self-management, executive function, and attentional skills. Each 15-minute session will empower the student with practical strategies to gain better control over his thoughts and actions, improving his academic and personal life.

This lesson uses a game-based approach to teach a 5th-grade student with generalized anxiety disorder how to organize their morning routine effectively. By learning these strategies, the student can reduce stress and ensure a timely transition to school. The lesson is crucial as it empowers the student with practical skills to manage anxiety and improve daily functioning.

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' executive functioning skills by engaging them in problem-solving activities. Students will watch a video, participate in a discussion, and complete a worksheet to evaluate different solutions to a given problem. Additionally, students will work on a mini-project to apply these skills to a real-world problem. This lesson is important as it helps students develop critical thinking and decision-making skills, which are essential for academic success and everyday life.

This lesson engages a 12th-grade student in a time management challenge to enhance their ability to complete academic tasks efficiently. Through experiential and game-based learning, the student will participate in a timed activity that simulates real-world task management scenarios. This lesson is crucial for developing essential life skills such as prioritization, focus, and efficiency, which are vital for academic success and future career readiness.

In this 15-minute individual Tier 3 session, students will practice visual-spatial working memory by viewing and reproducing sequences of colored shapes. This targeted intervention strengthens executive function and supports independent learning.

This lesson introduces students to the concept of organization through a quick and engaging game. The activity is designed to help students understand the importance of organizing tasks and information efficiently. By participating in this lesson, students will develop skills that are crucial for academic success and personal management.

In this quick 5–7 minute matching game, parents learn about key executive functioning skills by matching real-life scenarios to skill names. This engaging activity deepens understanding of how these skills support their 10th grade students in an academic support SPED classroom and offers actionable insights for home reinforcement.

This lesson aims to enhance executive functioning skills in middle school students with ADHD through active learning strategies. By engaging students in interactive activities, the lesson will help them develop skills such as organization, time management, and task prioritization. These skills are crucial for academic success and personal growth, especially for students with ADHD who may face challenges in these areas.

In this 20-minute Tier 2 small group lesson for 3rd graders, students learn to use self-monitoring checklists and guided reflection to boost attention and complete tasks.

This lesson engages 8th-grade students in a role-playing game to practice time management and prioritization skills. Students will learn to set priorities and organize their schedules effectively, which are essential skills for academic success and personal growth. By participating in this interactive activity, students will gain practical experience in managing their time and making informed decisions about their priorities.

This 25-minute Tier 1 lesson for 4th graders teaches self-management planning strategies to organize tasks and manage time effectively. Students practice through interactive activities and reflection, building lifelong organizational skills.

This lesson helps 7th graders learn how to complete assignments effectively by understanding procrastination and developing strategies to overcome it. Through a combination of video content, interactive activities, and discussions, students will learn to break tasks into manageable parts, start with enjoyable activities, and eliminate distractions. This lesson is crucial for fostering self-regulation and productivity, skills that are essential for academic success.

Solve engaging puzzles that reveal procrastination triggers and solutions. This group activity encourages collaboration and critical thinking skills. Designed for 10th-grade students, this 40-minute session is part of a Tier 2 group support strategy to help students identify and overcome procrastination habits.

A 6-week Tier 2 executive functioning intervention for 6th graders, empowering students to build lasting skills in organization, time management, and self-regulation through data-driven lessons, guided practice, and reflective activities. Includes weekly lesson plans, slide decks, and targeted worksheets.

An individual intervention lesson plan that uses gamified time trials to build independence in starting tasks quickly with a 7th grade student, delivered in a single 20-minute session. This Tier 3 support helps target task initiation through engaging time-based challenges.

A guided worksheet helping students map out morning routines to boost self-reliance and confidence. Essential for building daily life skills in a structured way. Audience: 6th Grade, Tier 1, single 30-minute session.

This lesson is designed to help third-grade students develop goal planning and time management skills as part of their executive functioning abilities. By focusing on setting and achieving goals while managing time effectively, students can improve their ability to plan, organize, and manage tasks, which is crucial for academic success and personal growth.

In this engaging lesson, 5th graders will learn executive functioning strategies for keeping materials organized and making smooth transitions between activities. This lesson helps students build essential life skills, reduce chaos, and improve focus during class changes. Audience: Grade 5, Tier 1, 1 session, 30 minutes.

An individualized, gamified coaching toolkit to help a 9th-grade special education student strengthen executive function skills, specifically time management and prioritization. Over multiple 45-minute one-on-one sessions, the student will build, practice, and reflect on personalized daily schedules in a fun, interactive way.