Task Initiation

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.