This lesson helps students understand what task initiation is and provides practical strategies to overcome common challenges in starting tasks. It's crucial for developing executive functioning skills, improving academic performance, and fostering independence. Designed for K-12 students, clinical staff, and applicable for a 30-minute session.
Carly Lebherz
Counselor
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.
Christine White
Special Education Teacher
This 30-minute, Tier 3 lesson helps 1st Grade students who struggle with starting tasks. It teaches strategies to break down tasks and begin work independently, building confidence and reducing overwhelm.
Heather Workman
Special Education Teacher
This 15-minute lesson helps 9th-grade advisory students understand task initiation and develop strategies to overcome procrastination. It's crucial for academic success and daily life. Designed for a single session, this lesson provides practical tools for getting started on tasks.
Jessie Falabella
General Education Teacher
This 15-minute, Tier 3 lesson helps a 5th-grade student develop a personalized task initiation checklist to overcome difficulties in starting assignments. By breaking down tasks and identifying actionable first steps, students will gain confidence and independence in their schoolwork.
Kathleen Limbach
Special Education Teacher
This resource helps teachers understand the common barriers to task initiation for students with special needs and provides whole-class strategies. It's crucial for building a supportive classroom environment where every student feels equipped to begin their work. Audience: Teachers. Sessions: 1. Duration: 60 minutes.
Sabra Renner
Instructor
This resource helps students understand the common roadblocks to task initiation and provides practical strategies to overcome them. It's crucial for empowering students to take ownership of their learning and reduce procrastination. Audience: 6th Grade Special Education Class. Duration: 45 minutes.
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Instructor
This resource helps students understand the common roadblocks to task initiation and provides practical strategies to overcome them. It's crucial for empowering students to take ownership of their learning and reduce procrastination. Audience: 6th Grade Special Education Class. 1 session, 45 minutes.
SARAH KLEMMENSEN
Psychologist
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.
Makeda King-Smith
Counselor
This focused activity helps 4th-grade special education students break down overwhelming tasks into the very first, manageable step. It's vital for students who get stuck before even beginning, providing a clear path forward. This single-session activity is designed for a small group and takes approximately 30 minutes.
Hannah Fretz
Special Education Teacher
This lesson introduces 3rd-grade students to the '5-Minute Mission' strategy, a practical tool to combat task initiation difficulties. By learning and applying this strategy, students will develop a valuable skill for overcoming procrastination and building confidence in tackling assignments. This lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session.
Rebecca Farnham
Counselor
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.
Anna Stokowska
Special Education Teacher
This resource helps adult learners identify their unique strengths and challenges related to task initiation and tailor strategies accordingly. It's important for self-awareness and developing personalized, effective approaches. This lesson is for adult learners and will take approximately 60-75 minutes.
Megan Hughes
Special Education Teacher, Math Teacher, Science Teacher
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.
Dennis Donahue
Special Education Teacher
This resource introduces 1st graders to the concept of task initiation, helping them understand the steps involved in beginning an activity. It's crucial for building independence and reducing frustration when faced with new tasks. This lesson is designed for a single session lasting approximately 45 minutes.
Heather Workman
Special Education Teacher
This 15-minute lesson helps 8th-grade students with task initiation, teaching them practical strategies to overcome procrastination and get started on assignments. Designed for a small group of 5 students, it focuses on building essential executive function skills. (Audience: 8th Grade, 1 session, 15 minutes)
Cristina Browning
Counselor
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.
Kevin Dix
Counselor
This one-on-one coaching session guides a 9th-grade student to identify personal barriers to task initiation and design a custom initiation cue system. It's important because developing strong task initiation skills helps students overcome procrastination and improve academic performance. This lesson is for a 9th-grade student, designed for one session, lasting 30 minutes.
James McLaughlin
Special Education Teacher
This lesson helps 4th-grade students develop strategies for initiating tasks and effectively asking for help, crucial skills for independent learning and problem-solving. Designed for a 30-minute small group session.
Coryn Schuler
Counselor
This 10-minute lesson for 4th graders will teach students strategies to initiate tasks independently and efficiently. It's crucial for developing self-management skills in the classroom and beyond.
Julia Edmunds
Special Education Teacher
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.
Angie Ewing
School Administrator
This lesson provides a personalized 'Ready, Set, Go!' checklist to help a 5th-grade student with task initiation difficulties break down tasks and start working effectively. This lesson is designed for a single student and takes 15 minutes.
Kellie Sweeney
Psychologist
A whole-class lesson that kickstarts students’ ability to begin tasks independently by breaking down steps and creating personalized initiation plans. This lesson is important because developing strong task initiation skills empowers students to manage their academic responsibilities and personal goals more effectively, reducing procrastination and increasing productivity. This lesson is designed for 9th Grade students and is expected to last 50 minutes.
James McLaughlin
Special Education Teacher
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.
Christine White
Special Education Teacher
This 30-minute individual intervention helps a 6th-grade student with ADHD and task avoidance develop strategies for initiating tasks and maintaining focus. It provides practical tools and builds self-efficacy.
Amy DeShazo
Counselor
This lesson helps 7th-grade students understand common barriers to task initiation and equips them with initial strategies to overcome procrastination. It's crucial for fostering self-awareness and providing universal tools for all students. This single session will last 45 minutes.
Ace
Instructor
This 15-minute group lesson helps college students with Down Syndrome improve their executive function skills, specifically task initiation and prioritization, through an engaging activity. It's designed for small group support (Tier 2).
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Instructor
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.
Iana Aguilera
Psychologist
This lesson helps 7th-grade students understand common barriers to task initiation and equips them with initial strategies to overcome procrastination. It's crucial for fostering self-awareness and providing universal tools for all students. This single session will last 45 minutes.
Molly Mulhern
Instructor
This resource helps an individual 2nd Grade special education student develop a personalized, consistent routine to prepare themselves for learning and task initiation. It creates predictability and reduces resistance to starting academic work. This single-session lesson is designed for one student and will take approximately 20 minutes.
Jennifer Karger
Special Education Teacher
This resource explores the common psychological barriers to task initiation and introduces practical strategies to overcome them. It's crucial for helping students understand their own resistance and empowering them with initial tools to break free from procrastination. Audience: 9th Grade. Duration: 50 minutes. Single Session.
Genesis Utz
Instructor
This 15-minute, individual Tier 3 lesson for 3rd graders focuses on strategies to start and finish tasks that a student might not enjoy. It empowers students to overcome procrastination and build self-regulation skills for academic and personal success.
allesha.kenyon
Counselor
This individualized resource guides a 9th-grade student through identifying personal triggers for task avoidance and developing a custom action plan to initiate tasks effectively. It's vital for personalized support and self-advocacy in academic planning. This lesson is for a 9th Grade Individual Student and will take 30 minutes.
Jeffrey Gilmour
Special Education Teacher
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.
Hannah Nalepa
Social Worker
This lesson focuses on teaching compliance and task completion through a quick interactive activity. The student will learn the importance of following instructions and completing tasks efficiently, which are essential skills for academic and personal success. By engaging in this lesson, the student will develop a better understanding of how to approach tasks methodically and the benefits of doing so.
Aurora Guevara
Psychologist
Designed for individual 1st graders, this resource uncovers personalized strategies to overcome task initiation hurdles. It builds self-awareness and provides tailored tools for students to independently tackle their work. This lesson is for a 1st Grade Student and takes 20 minutes to complete.
Heather Workman
Special Education Teacher
This 15-minute Tier 1 lesson helps 2nd-grade students understand why completing all tasks, including non-preferred ones, is important and how to approach them positively. It aims to reduce refusal behavior and promote task completion for the whole class.
Sara Stevenson
School Administrator
This lesson helps 6th-grade students understand and practice effective task initiation strategies. By the end of this 30-minute session, students will be equipped with practical tools to overcome procrastination and tackle their assignments with confidence.
Kimberly Wolf
Special Education Teacher
This 30-minute lesson for 7th-grade students helps them develop essential skills in task initiation and improve organization, leading to greater academic success and reduced stress. It provides practical strategies for getting started and staying on track.
Tony Kissell
Social Worker, Counselor
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.
Krista DeMent
Counselor
This lesson helps 7th-grade students develop essential skills in task initiation, enabling them to overcome procrastination and start assignments with greater ease and confidence. This single-session lesson is designed for a whole-classroom setting and will last approximately 30 minutes.
Tony Kissell
Social Worker, Counselor
This focused resource provides targeted strategies for small groups of students who consistently struggle with task initiation. Teachers will gain effective, evidence-based tools to guide these students through the initial steps of assignments, building confidence and breaking down overwhelming tasks into manageable parts.
Coryn Schuler
Counselor
Interactive whole-class challenge where students practice launching a task in under two minutes, building quick-start habits. This lesson empowers 7th graders to overcome procrastination by mastering task initiation with fun timed activities. Audience: 7th Grade, 1 session, 40 minutes.
ANGELA EWING
Assistant Principal
This resource helps students identify common barriers to task initiation, such as perfectionism, fear of failure, or lack of clarity. Understanding these hurdles is the first step toward overcoming them and building confidence. Audience: 10th Grade Class. Duration: 60 minutes. Sessions: 1.
Melissa Hoerdemann
Parent, Counselor
This resource explores the common psychological barriers to task initiation and introduces practical strategies to overcome them. It's crucial for helping students understand their own resistance and empowering them with initial tools to break free from procrastination. Audience: 9th Grade, 1 session, 50 minutes.
Carly Lebherz
Counselor
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.
Tracy Bales
Special Education Teacher
This 15-minute individual lesson for a 1st-grade student focuses on developing crucial self-management skills: initiating tasks independently, maintaining attention, and using an appropriate voice volume. Mastering these skills helps students become more successful and confident learners.
Rowyn Knutson
Special Education Teacher
This resource helps individual 9th-grade students identify specific triggers for task avoidance and develops personalized strategies for building and maintaining momentum. It empowers students with self-awareness and tailored tools to overcome unique initiation hurdles. This lesson is designed for 1 session lasting 25 minutes.
Karen Sullivan
Counselor, Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist
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.
Lauren Lauterbach
Counselor, Social Worker
In this 25-minute Tier 1 special education lesson for grades 3–6, students learn how to use environmental or sensory “triggers” to jumpstart their work habits. Teachers receive a full lesson-plan, engaging slide-deck examples, and a ready-to-use worksheet so students can practice setting up and using personalized triggers.
Makeda King-Smith
Counselor
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.
Tracy Bales
Special Education Teacher
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.
ANGELA EWING
Assistant Principal
This lesson is designed for a fourth-grade student with autism and ADHD to help them initiate conversations effectively. Over three 30-minute sessions, the student will engage in activities and games that focus on social pragmatic skills, supported by individual social work and speech and language strategies. This lesson is crucial for enhancing communication skills and building confidence in social interactions.
jdymek
Behavior Interventionist
This resource helps 7th-grade students understand common barriers to task initiation and equips them with initial strategies to overcome procrastination. It fosters self-awareness and provides universal tools for all students. Designed for a single 45-minute session.
Hallie Wastiewiz
Social Worker
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.
sspence
Counselor
This 30-minute Tier 3 individual lesson for 6th-grade student Daniel focuses on improving his ability to follow verbal instructions. This skill is crucial for academic success and daily interactions, empowering Daniel to better understand expectations and respond appropriately across school settings. The lesson aims for Daniel to demonstrate success in 80% of opportunities, as measured by counselor and teacher observation.
Berline Aristild
Counselor
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.
Mandi Bistran
Counselor
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.
Wade Paiva
Special Education Teacher
This 30-minute lesson for 5th-grade small groups helps students develop strategies to approach and complete tasks they'd rather avoid. It focuses on breaking down challenges and building resilience. This is a Tier 2 (Group Support) lesson designed for small groups of students needing extra help with task initiation and perseverance.
hqirjazi
Counselor, Special Education Teacher, Social Worker
In this 90-minute Tier 1 workshop, teachers will explore evidence-based strategies to increase student task completion. Teachers will learn to identify barriers, implement motivational techniques, and design engaging assignments, preparing them to support all learners in completing work consistently.
Alyssha Walker
Behavior Interventionist
This personalized resource helps an individual student build a custom toolkit of strategies to tackle task initiation challenges. It focuses on self-awareness and practical application, empowering the student to take control of their learning. This lesson is for a 10th Grade student and will take 60 minutes to complete.
Vicki Ross
Special Education Teacher
A 15-minute one-on-one session for a neurodivergent kindergarten student struggling with attention and task completion. This Tier 3 intervention uses sensory breaks, choice boards, and positive reinforcement to build engagement and reduce defiant behaviors.
Ainsley Fraser
Counselor
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.
Maria Geoffroy
Counselor
This lesson helps 4th-grade students understand why starting tasks can be challenging, normalizing their experiences with executive function difficulties. It focuses on building self-awareness and empathy around task initiation and equips students with practical strategies to overcome 'brain blocks.' This is a 1-session, 40-minute lesson for a 4th-grade class.
Hannah Fretz
Special Education Teacher
This lesson helps a 4th-grade student develop independence in starting work. It's designed as a 20-minute, individualized session to build self-management skills crucial for academic success.
Melissa Premo
Counselor
In this 30-minute individual lesson, a 2nd grade student will identify barriers to attending school, arriving on time, and separating from Mom. This lesson boosts self-awareness and equips the student with strategies to feel more confident and independent during morning routines.
Mallory Parrella
Counselor
This small-group intervention is designed to equip 8th-grade students with executive function skills, specifically planning and prioritizing. Students will learn to break down multi-step assignments into manageable chunks, reducing overwhelm and empowering them with clear next steps. This lesson is for an 8th Grade Group, lasting 30 minutes, and is a Tier 2 intervention.
Adison Holmes
Special Education Teacher
This 30-minute Tier 1 lesson helps 5th-grade special education students, particularly those with autism, practice task initiation and time-on-task skills using a fun Super Mario theme. Students will learn to start tasks promptly and stay focused, crucial skills for academic success and independence.
Christine White
Special Education Teacher
This lesson helps 4th graders with executive function challenges break down routine tasks, manage their time, and build confidence. Designed for small group language therapy (Tier 2) and lasting 30 minutes.
Richard Adkins
Instructor
In this 15-minute individual support session, we empower an 8th grade student with dyslexia to overcome assignment refusal by exploring personalized strategies and building confidence. This lesson fosters a safe space for practice, goal-setting, and positive reinforcement to boost motivation and skill-building.
Elise Gleeson
Instructor
This lesson provides practical, step-by-step strategies for 2nd graders to begin tasks independently. It focuses on breaking down the initial steps to make starting less overwhelming, helping students develop crucial self-management skills. Designed for 2nd Grade students, this session will run for 30 minutes. It includes a lesson plan, slide deck, game, and a worksheet.
Mariann Kald
Psychologist
This resource introduces the concept of a 'starting checklist' to help 2nd-grade students independently initiate multi-step tasks. It promotes organization and self-monitoring, crucial for executive function. Designed for a 45-minute, Tier 1 classroom session.
Lindsey Le Vie
Special Education Teacher
An engaging 15-minute individual activity for 3rd-grade student Myles to improve self-regulation and task engagement. This lesson focuses on practicing following adult directions, remaining in assigned areas, and responding appropriately to redirection.
Kristin Dalton
Psychologist
This 30-minute lesson helps first graders develop strategies for approaching and completing tasks they don't want to do. It teaches valuable self-management skills that will benefit them in school and at home. Designed for whole-class instruction.
Lori Huffman
Psychologist
In this 15-minute Tier 2 group session, 3rd graders will learn strategies to stay focused in class by planning and creating short videos. This lesson empowers students to practice self-management skills and share solutions through fun, collaborative video projects.
Anastasia Mackey
Special Education Teacher
This resource helps adults understand the common psychological and practical barriers to task initiation, fostering self-awareness and empathy. It's crucial for building a foundational understanding before diving into strategies. Designed for adults, this lesson will take approximately 60 minutes.
Ashley Witt
Counselor
This 30-minute, individual Tier 3 lesson for a 5th-grade student with Autism, ODD, ADHD, and Anxiety focuses on developing key life skills: boosting motivation for school tasks, improving work completion strategies, and enhancing effective communication. It aims to empower the student with practical tools for academic and social success.
Jewel Chestnut
Social Worker
This 15-minute, Tier 3 (Individual) lesson helps 10th-grade students with IEPs develop crucial social, emotional, and behavioral skills to address frequent write-ups. It focuses on self-awareness, coping strategies, and effective communication to improve classroom conduct and personal well-being.
Maria Denton
Counselor
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.
Christie Greer
Instructor
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.
Jami Burns
Special Education Teacher
This 20-minute, Tier 3 individual lesson is designed for a male student who exhibits task avoidance, gets easily aggravated, and struggles with completing work. The lesson will help the student identify feelings related to task avoidance and develop personalized coping strategies to improve task completion and emotional regulation, aligning with IEP behavior goals. (Audience: Individual Student, 1 session, 20 minutes)
Shayne Francis
Special Education Teacher
This 5-minute lesson introduces all students to simple strategies for focusing and completing tasks. It's especially helpful for students who might get easily distracted, like those with ADHD, by providing clear, actionable steps to achieve 'mission accomplished' status. Designed for all students in a general classroom setting.
Stephanie Melendrez
Psychologist
In this 10-session, 30-minute course, 6th graders will build essential life skills—self-care routines, daily scheduling, and navigating their community. Engaging activities, games, and structured worksheets support executive functioning and independence, with strategies for autistic learners. Tier 1 classroom curriculum fosters confidence and real-world readiness.
Lynn Dever
Counselor
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.
Shaniquia Bethany
Counselor
This resource targets common task initiation blockers with focused interventions. It helps teachers guide students through identifying their personal starting challenges and developing tailored solutions. Designed for 6th-8th Grade Small Group Leaders, this lesson is for small group instruction and is 45 minutes long.
Jennifer Profenno
Special Education Teacher
This lesson helps individual Pre-K students develop essential task completion skills by breaking down activities into manageable steps. Learning to complete tasks is fundamental for executive function and building confidence. This resource is designed for one 15-minute session with a Pre-K student.
Amber Krofta
Special Education Teacher
This 20-minute, individual counseling session will help a high school student with autism learn and practice three appropriate responses to non-preferred tasks. This lesson is crucial for developing self-regulation and coping skills, reducing off-task behavior, and improving participation during challenging activities. Designed for a single session.
Iana Aguilera
Psychologist
A two-session individual lesson designed to help a 2nd grader struggling with focus and task initiation learn self-starting strategies and sustained attention. Through interactive readings, activities, and quizzes, this targeted MTSS Tier 3 support builds confidence and independence in just 20 minutes per session.
LeeAnn Leeds
Social Worker
This 25-minute individual lesson for 1st grader Quincy targets multi-step directions, routine consistency, and self-management. It's crucial for helping Quincy build independence and follow classroom expectations, supporting his IEP goals.
RaShanda Hartman
Social Worker
This lesson focuses on teaching first graders essential daily life skills through engaging activities and a video. By using puppets and relatable scenarios, the video 'Habits of a Good Student for Children' introduces students to important habits such as punctuality, respect, and responsibility. The lesson is designed to help students with IEP goals develop independence in daily interactions, making it both educational and fun. This lesson is important as it fosters independence and social skills in young learners, which are crucial for their overall development and success in school.
Mackenzie Tallent
Instructor
This lesson is designed for a Japanese-speaking student to help them work through non-preferred tasks. It focuses on developing strategies to tackle tasks that may seem daunting or uninteresting, empowering the student to build resilience and improve task completion skills. The session will last 30 minutes and is tailored to individual needs, making it a Tier 3 lesson.
shawkins
Social Worker
This lesson is designed for a Japanese-speaking student to help them work through non-preferred tasks. It focuses on developing strategies to tackle tasks that may seem daunting or uninteresting, empowering the student to build resilience and improve task completion skills. The session will last 30 minutes and is tailored to individual needs, making it a Tier 3 lesson.
mesullivan
Counselor, Social Worker
This lesson is designed for a Japanese-speaking student to help them work through non-preferred tasks. It focuses on developing strategies to tackle tasks that may seem daunting or uninteresting, empowering the student to build resilience and improve task completion skills. The session will last 30 minutes and is tailored to individual needs, making it a Tier 3 lesson.
egorton
Social Worker
In this 30-minute Tier 3 session, Benjamin will practice beginning and sustaining tasks with minimal prompts. Using clear visuals, interactive games, and real-time data tracking, this lesson builds his independence in starting work and staying engaged. Designed for an individual 2nd grader needing targeted support.
Chris
Special Education Teacher
In this 8-session series, high school students develop critical executive functioning skills—task initiation, task completion, and time management—to boost independence and academic success. Each 30-minute lesson includes a clear plan, engaging activity, practical practice, and guided script to ensure individualized support for every learner.
Jeong Wha Choi
Psychologist
This individualized resource empowers a 2nd-grade student to recognize and practice their ability to begin tasks independently. It builds confidence and self-efficacy in task initiation. Audience: 2nd Grade Student. Duration: 15 minutes.
Arette Kuuseväli
Counselor, Social Studies Teacher
This lesson is designed for a 6th grade student on an IEP who struggles with understanding the importance of completing their work. The session will focus on identifying personal motivators and how they can be harnessed to improve task completion. This lesson aims to empower the student by helping them discover what drives them, making learning more meaningful and engaging.
kstlawrence
Social Worker
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.
Megan Sheanshang
Special Education Teacher
This individual lesson focuses on helping a 4th-grade student develop strategies for staying on task, improving organization for assignments, and building confidence for an upcoming test. This session is designed for individual student support (Tier 3) and will last 15 minutes.
Jennifer Romulo
Counselor
This 10-minute Tier 3 lesson is designed for a 7th-grade student with autism, low executive functioning, and limited communication. It focuses on building work stamina and reducing work refusal through visual supports and structured engagement. The lesson aims to help the student understand expectations and increase task completion by breaking down work into manageable steps.
clarkt
Instructor
This 30-minute Tier 3 lesson helps individual 2nd-grade students master following two-step directions, a crucial skill for academic success and independence, especially for those with an IEP. This lesson is designed for one-on-one instruction.
Amanda Whittier
Instructor
A targeted individual lesson for an 8th grade student with ADHD/Anxiety/Autism focusing on mastering coping strategies for schedule changes, understanding the impact of big vs small changes, and practicing calm transitions at Minute Man High School. This 24-minute session builds flexibility and self-regulation skills critical for meeting IEP objectives.
ldemoraes
Counselor
A dynamic lesson plan that kickstarts students’ ability to launch tasks by using a fun countdown and goal-setting routine. Helps 7th graders build confidence in beginning assignments independently. Audience: 7th Grade, Tier 1. Duration: 30 min single session.
Tondra Dillard-Cobb
Special Education Teacher
This lesson helps students with ADHD develop essential self-monitoring skills during independent work. By learning to track their progress, students will build independence and improve task completion. This is a Tier 2 group support designed for middle school students and will take approximately 15 minutes.
Grace Connaughton
Special Education Teacher
This lesson helps 7th and 8th graders develop essential task prioritization skills, especially beneficial for students with executive functioning struggles. It equips them with strategies to manage their workload effectively and reduce stress. Designed for one 40-minute session.
molander
School Administrator
This resource helps students identify their personal 'ignition switches' for motivation and task initiation, exploring internal and external cues. It's important for self-awareness and developing personalized strategies that truly resonate with each student. Audience: 9th Grade Small Group, 1 Session, 40 minutes.
Genesis Utz
Instructor
This 20-minute, Tier 3 individual lesson helps high school students recognize and manage test and homework anxiety. It's designed for a student with an IEP, focusing on strategies that support executive functioning challenges, processing speed, visual-spatial abilities, and written expression difficulties, enabling them to tackle assignments with confidence.
jklau
Social Worker
This 30-minute, single-session lesson for 3rd-grade students helps them understand and practice prioritizing tasks. Students will learn the difference between importance and urgency, a crucial skill for effective time management and decision-making in school and at home.
Rebecca Farnham
Counselor
In this 4-session individual support series, students learn strategies to overcome anxiety and independently initiate and complete tasks. Through structured guidance, engaging activities, and playful games, this lesson empowers anxious learners to build confidence and self-regulation for academic success.
pfkhoury
Special Education Teacher
This lesson helps 2nd-grade students understand the importance of being dependable and punctual in the classroom. Through discussion and interactive skits, students will learn practical strategies to manage their time and responsibilities. This single 30-minute session will equip them with essential life skills for classroom success and beyond.
j.boles
Physical Education Teacher
An interactive module for 9th grade special education students to explore daily routines and self-care skills, fostering independence and preparing them for life beyond school. This Tier 1 lesson lasts one 60-minute session.
Cynthia Searcy
Special Education Teacher
A high-energy warm-up that prompts students to kickstart their thinking by quickly choosing and organizing mini-tasks. Helps build automatic task initiation routines in third graders.
Christie Greer
Instructor
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.
Jillian Wurster
Counselor
This individualized 10-minute lesson aims to help a Kindergarten student with Autism improve their ability to listen to directions and stay on task. It's crucial for developing independence and successful participation in learning activities.
Kristen Joyce
Instructor
This interactive morning meeting lesson supports 9th-12th grade life skills students with low cognitive abilities in developing practical daily routines. It focuses on communication, self-care, social skills, and time management through structured activities, designed for daily use with a consistent format. (Audience: 9th-12th Grade Life Skills Students, 1 session, ~30-45 minutes)
Ana Imrie
Special Education Teacher
This 30-minute, Tier 3 lesson helps a 4th-grade student with ADHD understand why some school tasks are challenging and teaches practical coping strategies for getting started on less preferred activities. It empowers students to navigate school expectations with greater ease and self-awareness. Designed for one-on-one instruction.
Kelly Emmett
Counselor
